Mom’s Fruit Flan (German Erdbeer-Obst Boden Torte)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 16
Healthy and refreshing Mom's Fruit Flan recipe
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon vanilla ( vanilla sugar is nice , use one pkg , by Dr. Oetker )
1 egg
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup milk
optional 2/3 cup prepared custard ( or prepared vanilla pudding or pastry cream )
2 -3 cups fresh fruit such as strawberries ( or a fruit assortment such as peaches or apricots , cherries , kiwis , and strawberries )
1/2 cup fruit jam mixed with a little water , to glaze ( red currant , strawberry , apple jelly or apricot jam )
fresh whipped cream , to serve

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
287
Sugar
23g
Fat
10g
Mom's Fruit Flan, also known as German Erdbeer-Obst Boden Torte, is a delicious dessert that is perfect for entertaining or a summer treat. This recipe is easy to make, and the fresh fruit toppings provide essential vitamins and minerals. The cake base is light and fluffy, and the custard or vanilla pudding adds a subtle sweetness. The glaze made of fruit jam gives it a pretty shine and a touch of sweetness. Serve it chilled for a refreshing and satisfying dessert that everyone will love.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
2.In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until well combined.
3.Beat in 1 egg and vanilla until light and fluffy.
4.In another small mixing bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder, then slowly add it to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, and stir until a smooth batter forms.
5.Spread the batter into a greased 9- or 10-inch round cake pan and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
6.Allow the cake to cool completely, then spread the custard or vanilla pudding over the top evenly.
7.Decorate the custard with as much fresh fruit as you'd like, then brush the top with the fruit jam mixture.
8.Slice and serve the fruit flan with a dollop of fresh whipped cream.

PROS

This fruit flan is a light and refreshing dessert, perfect for a warm summer day.

The fresh fruit toppings are a great source of nutrients and vitamins, and the custard or pudding adds a subtle sweetness.

This recipe is easy to make and can be customized with different types of fresh fruit.

CONS

The cake base can be slightly dry if overcooked, so be sure to check it frequently while baking.

Depending on the type of fruit jam used, the glaze can be quite sweet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The fresh fruit in this recipe is a great source of vitamins and nutrients, such as vitamin C and potassium.
Strawberries, in particular, are rich in antioxidants and can help improve heart health.
The low-calorie custard or vanilla pudding offers a subtle sweetness without adding too much sugar to your diet.

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