Experience the charm of a traditional German pastry with these delectable Streuseltaler. This treat features a soft yeast dough topped with a sweet streusel and filled with a rich diplomat cream, creating a delightful texture and flavor combination that's perfect for accompanying a warm cup of coffee or tea.
Why You'll Love This: The Streuseltaler is a perfect mix of creamy and crumbly textures, providing a satisfying bite each time. The homemade diplomat cream adds a luxurious touch, making each pastry feel like a special treat. Its simplicity, paired with classic elegance, makes this recipe a favorite for those who appreciate fine baking.
Perfect Occasion: These pastries are ideal for a leisurely weekend brunch, an elegant tea party, or a comforting snack during those much-needed coffee breaks. Serve them during festive gatherings or as a refined homemade gift to impress friends and family during the holiday season.
Decoration Tips: For a touch of rustic charm, lightly dust the Streuseltaler with powdered sugar just before serving. To enhance their visual appeal, you can also drizzle a thin glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice over the tops. Garnish with a sprinkle of finely grated lemon zest for a burst of color and fresh flavor.
Ingredients:
- Yeast Dough:
- 250 g of plain flour
- 25 g of sugar
- A pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon of dried yeast
- 125 ml of warm milk
- 30 g of softened butter
- 1 whole egg
- 1 egg yolk mixed with 1 tablespoon of cream (for brushing)
- Diplomat Cream:
- 250 ml of milk
- 2 egg yolks
- 50 g of sugar
- 20 g of cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla flavoring
- 100 ml of cream, whipped
- Streusel Topping:
- 50 g of plain flour
- 25 g of sugar
- 25 g of cold butter
Preparation Steps:
- Yeast Dough:
- Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Form a well in the center, add yeast, a bit of the warm milk, and a small amount of sugar. Allow to activate.
- Gradually mix in the rest of the milk, butter, egg, and salt until a smooth dough forms. Let rise until doubled, about an hour.
- Diplomat Cream:
- Heat milk in a pot. Whisk egg yolks with sugar and cornstarch until smooth. Gradually add hot milk, return to heat, and cook until thick. Off the heat, mix in vanilla. Cool in the fridge.
- Streusel:
- Combine flour and sugar. Cut in butter until the mixture is crumbly. Chill.
- Assembly:
- Roll out risen dough, cut into circles. Allow to rest briefly, then brush with egg yolk-cream mixture.
- Sprinkle with chilled streusel.
- Baking:
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- Final Assembly:
- Cut baked pastries horizontally. Spread a generous amount of diplomat cream on the bottom half, replace the top, and dust with powdered sugar.
Enjoy these heartwarming Streuseltaler with your next cup of coffee or tea!