Quarkschnecken (German Cheese Pastry)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13
Quarkschnecken (German Cheese Pastry) for a delicious breakfast or snack
in Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

1 hour 45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

150 g all-purpose flour
150 g whole wheat flour
60 g sugar
12 g bread yeast
160 ml milk ( lukewarm )
1 large egg
40 g butter ( soft )
50 g instant vanilla pudding
250 g low fat cottage cheese
1 large egg
30 g sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
200
Sugar
9g
Fat
4g
Quarkschnecken is a German pastry that is often eaten for breakfast or as a snack. The dough is enriched with milk and butter, and the filling is made from low-fat cottage cheese that has been sweetened with sugar and flavored with vanilla. This pastry is an easy-to-make and delicious way to add some variety to your breakfast or afternoon snack. It can be enjoyed warm from the oven, or stored in an airtight container for later use. Try it today and bring a little bit of Germany into your kitchen!

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, and bread yeast.
2.Add in the milk, egg, and softened butter, and knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic.
3.Cover the dough and set it aside for an hour to rise.
4.In another bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix, cottage cheese, egg, and sugar, and mix until well combined.
5.After the dough has risen, roll it out into a large rectangle, spread the cheese filling over the top of the dough, and roll it up tightly.
6.Cut the rolled dough into small slices, and place them onto a baking sheet.
7.Bake the Quarkschnecken in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown.

PROS

A delicious and flavorful pastry that is easy to make and perfect for breakfast or as a snack.

The filling is low fat and high in protein, making it a more nutritious option.

CONS

This pastry recipe does contain sugar and butter, which should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This German Cheese Pastry is a good source of protein from the cottage cheese, and the whole wheat flour adds more nutrients than using only all-purpose flour would.
Additionally, consuming dairy products like cottage cheese can help to support bone health due to its calcium content.

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