Indulge in the ultimate taste sensation with this Supreme Quark Streusel Apple Cake, which many hail as the best cake ever tasted. This delightful creation features a soft, buttery base and streusel, layered with a rich quark cream and tender, spiced apple slices. Every component of this cake works in perfect harmony, from the fluffy base to the creamy filling and the cinnamon-kissed apples, making each slice irresistibly tempting.
Why You'll Love This: This cake stands out for its luxurious texture and perfectly balanced flavors. The combination of quark and sour cream in the filling offers a uniquely tangy yet sweet taste, which beautifully complements the natural sweetness and slight tartness of the apples. The streusel topping adds a delightful crunch, contrasting the softness of the cream and apples. This cake is a testament to how traditional ingredients can create an extraordinary dessert.
Perfect Occasion: Perfect for any celebration, this cake shines as a centerpiece at birthday parties, anniversaries, and family gatherings. It's also ideal for holiday feasts or as a special treat to enjoy on a cozy autumn afternoon. Its universal appeal makes it a great choice for potlucks or as a comforting dessert to share with friends and neighbors.
Decoration Tips: Enhance this cake's rustic charm by dusting it with powdered sugar just before serving. Garnish with thin apple slices arranged in a fan shape or a few sprigs of fresh mint for a pop of color. For an autumnal touch, a sprinkling of crushed walnuts or pecans can add both flavor and texture.
Experience the joy of baking the ultimate Quark Streusel Apple Cake that's bound to become a family favorite!
For the Base and Streusel:
- 250 grams of softened unsalted butter
- 150 grams of granulated sugar
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 packet of baking powder
- 450 grams of all-purpose flour
- Additional 2 tablespoons of flour for the streusel
For the Cream:
- 600 grams of sour cream
- 500 grams of quark (40% fat content)
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 200 grams of granulated sugar
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 packets of vanilla-flavored custard powder
For the Apple Filling:
- 4-5 apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
Baking Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 160 degrees Celsius (320 degrees Fahrenheit).
- Prepare the dough by mixing butter, sugar, vanilla sugar, egg, baking powder, and flour. Reserve a portion for the streusel, adding 2 tablespoons of flour, and crumble it.
- Press the remaining dough into a baking tray lined with parchment paper, forming a raised edge.
- Toss the apple slices with sugar and cinnamon and arrange them over the dough.
- For the cream, blend sour cream, quark, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla sugar, eggs, and custard powder until smooth. Pour over the apples.
- Sprinkle the prepared streusel on top.
- Bake for about 45 minutes or until the cream is set and the top is golden.
- Cool for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to firm up.
Enjoy!