Fastnacht Kartoffel Kuchen – Potato Cake

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 15
Fastnacht Kartoffel Kuchen - Potato Cake recipe for your tea time
in Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 large potatoes , pared
2 eggs
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup shortening
1 fresh yeast cake , softened in 1/2 cup warm water
6 cups flour ( amount is approximate )
1/2 cup butter , melted
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup flour , sifted
3 tablespoons nuts , minced
3 tablespoons butter , softened
2 -3 drops vanilla

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
520
Sugar
40g
Fat
20g
Fastnacht Kartoffel Kuchen, also known as German Potato Cake, is a traditional pastry often enjoyed during Germany's carnival season. This potato cake has a soft and fluffy texture, with a sweet filling made of cinnamon, nuts, and butter. The recipe originated from rural German areas where potatoes were widely used as a cheap and versatile ingredient. Today, it is a popular pastry enjoyed globally for its unique flavor and texture.

Instructions

1.First, boil the potatoes until they are soft and then mash them.
2.In a mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, sugar, salt, nutmeg, and shortening.
3.Add the mashed potatoes and the softened yeast cake to the mixing bowl and mix well.
4.Add in the flour gradually until a soft dough forms.
5.Let the dough rise in a warm place for about an hour.
6.Preheat the oven to 350°F/175°C.
7.Roll out the dough into a large circle shape.
8.Mix together the melted butter, sugar, cinnamon, sifted flour, nuts, softened butter, and vanilla in a bowl.
9.Spread this mixture onto the dough.
10.Roll up the dough like a jellyroll and place it in a greased 9 x 13 inch pan.
11.Bake for approximately 40-45 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

With its delicious, sweet taste and unique texture, this potato cake is a perfect treat to satisfy your sweet cravings.
It’s also a great option for a quick breakfast or snack.

The recipe uses simple and easy-to-find ingredients.

CONS

This potato cake recipe is high in sugar and calories, so it’s best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Due to the high fat content from butter and shortening, it is not the healthiest pastry option out there.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The potato in this recipe is a good source of fiber and vitamins B6 and C.
Nutmeg has been linked to benefits such as improving digestion, reducing insomnia, and boosting immunity. Cinnamon has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.

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