German Quark Cake
German Quark Cake is a beloved dessert in traditional German cuisine, known for its simplicity and deliciousness. The smooth and creamy quark filling and the tender crust create a perfect balance, enhanced by the freshness of lemon. This cake is ideal not only for festive occasions but also for making any day special.
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a round cake pan.
2
In a bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add half of the granulated sugar and one egg. Mix until a smooth dough forms. Wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
3
Roll out the dough and press it into the prepared cake pan, making sure to cover the bottom and sides. Prick the bottom with a fork to prevent it from puffing up during baking.
4
In a large bowl, combine the quark cheese, sour cream, remaining sugar, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth.
5
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the quark mixture until just combined.
6
Pour the quark mixture into the crust-lined cake pan and spread evenly.
7
Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until golden brown and the center is set (it should have a slight jiggle but not be liquid).
8
Let cool completely in the pan before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.
