German baking

Welcome to our German Baking category, where you can explore the rich traditions and mouthwatering flavors of authentic German pastries and breads. Discover recipes, tips, and techniques for creating classic treats like pretzels, stollen, and Black Forest cake. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice, our guides will help you bring a taste of Germany into your kitchen with ease. Enjoy the delightful journey through Germany’s diverse baking heritage!

Zwetschgenkuchen (German Plum Cake)

Zwetschgenkuchen is a traditional fresh plum cake, thought to have originated in the town of Augsburg, Germany. It is made with fresh prune plums which are at their peak in late summer. Perfect for the afternoon coffee hour. Serve at room temperature, with a dollop of fresh whipped cream. Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, room temperature 1/2 cup … [Read more...]

The King’s Treat (Kaiserschmarrn)

The name of the dessert (Kaiserschmarrn, or Emperor’s mess) came from the Emperor's wife, Elisabeth, who was obsessed with maintaining her waistline, directed the royal chef to prepare only light desserts. Upon being presented with the chef’s confection, she found it too rich and refused to eat it. The exasperated emperor quipped, “Now let ME see … [Read more...]

Apple Strudel (Apfelstrudel)

This magically delicious Apple strudel is a classic German dessert. The German word Strudel literally means "whirlpool," and it refers to the technique and effect of rolling up of a generous fruit filling in phyllo dough. As a result you'll get a juicy apple and raisin filling encased in crisp flaky pastry. Ingredients: Crumb mixture: 3 … [Read more...]

Obsttorte – German Fruit Flan

This is summer time - time of ripe cherries, peaches, apples, strawberries, plums and pears. Let's make the best of it! Summer is not very rich in holidays, but you can make yourself one with Obsttorte - German fruit cake. Here is how to cook it. Ingredients: Pastry: 6 tbsp all-purpose flour 6 tbsp sugar 1 tsp baking powder 3 … [Read more...]

The Not-So-German Chocolate Cake (Traditional Recipe)

Where does German Chocolate Cake come from? Is Germany its motherland? Or ...? There are many questions like these, and as many guesses. However, the truth is that German Chocolate Cake is an American creation. German cooking is famous for its complexity and extravagance in choosing the ingredients. Therefore such a rich dish as German Chocolate … [Read more...]