Dive into the comforting flavors of this Simple Streusel Cake, which combines a soft, yeasty base with a crispy, sweet streusel topping, enhanced by a luxurious pour of cream. This traditional German cake is perfect for those who appreciate the delightful contrast between a fluffy base and a crunchy topping.
Why You'll Love This: This cake offers the warm, comforting aromas and flavors of vanilla and cinnamon, paired with the rich, yeasty texture of the dough. The final drizzle of cream adds a delightful richness, making each bite moist and indulgent. It’s an excellent introduction to working with yeast doughs for those who may be new to baking.
Perfect Occasion: This streusel cake is ideal for a cozy afternoon tea, weekend brunch, or as a comforting dessert after a family meal. It’s also a fantastic choice for potlucks or any casual gathering.
Decoration Tips: Once cooled, a light dusting of powdered sugar not only adds an extra touch of sweetness but also makes this cake visually more appealing. Serving it slightly warm enhances the flavors and the overall experience.
Recipe:
Ingredients:
For the Yeast Dough:
- 140 ml milk
- 20 g fresh yeast
- 40 g sugar
- 250 g flour
- 40 g butter, softened
- 1 egg, size M-L
- A pinch of salt
For the Streusel Topping:
- 125 g cold butter, cubed
- 200 g flour
- 100 g brown sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
For the Cream Topping:
- 70 ml liquid cream
Instructions:
- Prepare the Yeast Dough:
- Warm the milk gently with the sugar and yeast in a saucepan or in a Thermomix at 37°C for 2 minutes on speed level 2, until the yeast is dissolved.
- In a large bowl (or continuing in the Thermomix), add the flour, softened butter, egg, and a pinch of salt to the yeast mixture. Knead until a smooth dough forms (about 2 minutes on the dough setting in the Thermomix).
- Transfer the dough to a buttered and baking paper-lined square pan (28x17 cm) or a 26 cm springform pan. Spread evenly and cover; let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 60 minutes.
- Make the Streusel Topping:
- In the Thermomix or using your hands, combine the cold butter, flour, brown sugar, vanilla sugar, and cinnamon. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs (about 20 seconds on level 6 in the Thermomix).
- Keep the streusel chilled until the dough is ready.
- Baking the Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F) with top and bottom heat.
- Once the dough has risen, sprinkle the chilled streusel evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven on the second rack from the bottom for about 30 minutes, or until the streusel is golden and the dough is cooked through.
- Adding the Cream Topping:
- Immediately after baking, evenly pour the liquid cream over the hot cake.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan, absorbing the cream for added moisture and richness.
- Serving:
- The cake is best enjoyed while it's still slightly warm. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
This Simple Streusel Cake with Yeast Base and Cream Topping offers a delightful taste and texture combination that’s sure to bring comfort and joy to your table. Enjoy baking and indulging in this traditional treat!