Cheesecake (swabian Käsekuchen)

Cheesecake, or Käsekuchen in Swabian cuisine, is a delightful dessert that is loved by many. This recipe for Swabian Käsekuchen will guide you through the process of making this creamy and delicious treat.

Cheesecake (swabian Käsekuchen)

Ingredients

  • 500g quark
  • 200g sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 lemon (zest and juice)
  • 100g butter, melted
  • 200g all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the quark, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, flour, baking powder, and salt to form a dough.
  4. Press the dough into the bottom of a greased springform pan to form the crust.
  5. Pour the quark mixture over the crust and spread it evenly.
  6. Bake for 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
  7. Allow the Käsekuchen to cool before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
8g
Fat
22g

Supplies

Springform pan Mixing bowls Whisk Spatula

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Swabian Käsekuchen with a dollop of whipped cream and fresh berries for a delightful dessert.

Tips & tricks

For best results, make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.

Cost

$10