This Creamy Crumble Cake is a delightful dessert that combines simplicity with incredible flavor. Made with just one dough that serves both as the base and the crumbly topping, this cake is filled with a rich, creamy quark and vanilla filling, and topped with juicy mandarins. The softness of the cake base perfectly complements the creamy filling, while the streusel topping adds a delightful crunch. This dessert is not only easy to make but also irresistibly tasty, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
Why You'll Love This: This cake is a marvel for its ease of preparation and the luxurious texture it offers. The creamy filling is rich and velvety, making each bite a decadent experience. The addition of mandarins provides a refreshing burst of flavor that cuts through the richness and complements the sweetness of the cake. The streusel topping, made from the same dough as the base, ensures a delightful textural contrast that makes this cake unique and satisfying.
Perfect Occasion: The Creamy Crumble Cake is ideal for casual gatherings, afternoon tea, or as a comforting dessert for family dinners. It's also great for potlucks or bake sales where you want to bring something that is sure to be a hit. This cake can easily be dressed up for more formal occasions or served as a sweet treat on a lazy weekend.
Decoration Tips:
- Sprinkle powdered sugar over the top of the cake for a simple yet elegant finish.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves or a few extra mandarin segments for a colorful presentation.
- Serve each slice with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream to complement the creamy texture of the filling.
- Drizzle a little caramel sauce over the top for an extra touch of sweetness.
Ingredients:
- For the Dough:
- 250g soft butter
- 200g sugar
- 1 packet of baking powder
- 1 egg
- 550g flour
- For the Filling:
- 1kg quark
- 400ml cream
- 250g sugar
- Vanilla essence
- 1 packet vanilla pudding powder
- 2 eggs
- 2 cans of mandarins, drained
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 170°C (338°F). Grease and flour a 24x35cm baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together butter, sugar, egg, flour, and baking powder until a soft dough forms. Reserve a handful of dough for the streusel, and spread the rest evenly in the prepared pan.
- For the streusel, add an additional 2 tablespoons of flour to the reserved dough and crumble it.
- For the filling, combine quark, cream, sugar, vanilla essence, vanilla pudding powder, and eggs in a bowl until smooth. Pour this mixture over the dough in the pan.
- Scatter the drained mandarins and the prepared streusel evenly over the filling.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes or until golden brown and set.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy this Creamy Crumble Cake, a quick, delicious treat that effortlessly blends the comforting flavors of vanilla, cream, and hazelnuts with the zestiness of mandarins!