Classic German Kuchen (Apple cake)

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness with a different flavor.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

Prepare a baking pan sized 20x28 cm.

Cream together 70 g unsalted butter and 130 g granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Add 2 eggs and mix well.

Stir in 110 g sour cream and 1 g salt.

In a separate bowl, combine 170 g all-purpose flour and 10 g baking powder.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in a few steps.

Prepare the streusel by mixing 180 g all-purpose flour, 90 g unsalted butter, and 50 g granulated sugar.

Add apples and plums to the filling, along with 2 tbsp granulated sugar and 1 tsp cinnamon.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and top with the streusel.

Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens