Brandenburg Quark Dumplings (brandenburger Quarkkeulchen)

Brandenburg Quark Dumplings (Brandenburger Quarkkeulchen) are a traditional dish from the Brandenburg cuisine, made with quark, a fresh cheese, and served as a sweet or savory treat.

Brandenburg Quark Dumplings (brandenburger Quarkkeulchen)

Ingredients

  • 500g quark
  • 2 eggs
  • 100g flour
  • 50g sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 apples, peeled and grated
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the quark, eggs, flour, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  2. Gently fold in the grated apples.
  3. Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Scoop the quark mixture into the skillet to form small dumplings and flatten them slightly with a spatula.
  5. Cook the dumplings for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Remove the dumplings from the skillet and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
8g
Fat
5g

Supplies

Large bowl Skillet Spatula

Tools

Grater Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Brandenburg Quark Dumplings with a dollop of whipped cream or a side of fruit compote.

Tips & tricks

For a savory twist, try adding chopped herbs or grated cheese to the quark mixture before cooking.

Cost

$8