Mom’s Kuchen

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3
Mom's Kuchen Recipe - A Delicious German Dessert
in Dessert

Prep

40 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 packages yeast
2/3 cup water
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup solid shortening ( Crisco )
1 cup sugar
4 eggs
2 teaspoons salt
3 cups milk , scalded and cooled
10 -11 cups flour
3 eggs
3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons flour
1 3/4 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
cinnamon , for sprinkling

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
Makes 2 Kuchens (serves 20-25)
Calories
475
Sugar
23g
Fat
11g
Kuchen is a traditional German dessert that means, 'cake' in English. It is served during celebrations and family gatherings. Mom's Kuchen is a spin on the traditional recipe, passed down through generations in many families. This sweet and creamy dessert is baked with a yeast dough base and topped with spices and a custard-like mixture. The light and fluffy texture of Kuchen is what makes it stand out from other cakes and pastries. Kuchen is also a versatile dessert that can be garnished with fruits or nuts to add a little more flavor and texture. With its unique flavor, Kuchen is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next family gathering.

Instructions

1.Dissolve the yeast in warm water and add 1 tablespoon sugar.
2.Let it rest for 5 minutes in a warm place until it becomes frothy.
3.In a large mixing bowl, cream together crisco and 1 cup sugar.
4.Add eggs and salt to the mixture.
5.Fold in scalded milk and 5 cups of flour gradually.
6.Add yeast mixture to the bowl and mix well.
7.Add additional flour to the mixture until the dough becomes consistent.
8.Shape the dough into a ball and allow it to rise in a warm place, covered by a dish towel for 1-2 hours.
9.After the dough has risen, punch it down and place it in buttered pans.
10.Bake the kuchen in a preheated oven at 350°F for 25-35 minutes until the top is golden brown.
11.Mix the eggs, sugar, flour, heavy cream, and vanilla in a bowl until it becomes uniform.
12.Pour the mixture over the baked kuchen and sprinkle with cinnamon before returning it to the oven.
13.Cook for 10-15 minutes until the topping becomes golden brown.

PROS

Mom’s Kuchen is a delicious dessert that has a creamy, fluffy texture and a sweet, spiced flavor.
It is perfect as a weekend treat that can be shared with family and friends.

CONS

Kuchen is a high-calorie dessert that must be enjoyed in moderation.
It is important to limit intake as part of a healthy and balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mom’s Kuchen contains the goodness of milk, eggs, and yeast that provide essential nutrients. Milk provides essential minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus that support healthy bones and teeth. Eggs are rich in protein that promotes muscle growth and development, while yeast contains antioxidants and is a rich source of vitamin B-12 that plays a crucial role in energy production.

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