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German Marzipan Wedding Cake

Cultural Context

The German Marzipan Wedding Cake, known as Hochzeitskuchen, is a traditional centerpiece at weddings in Germany, symbolizing love and prosperity. This cake features layers of almond-flavored sponge cake, often filled with fruit preserves and covered in a smooth layer of marzipan, which is made from finely ground almonds and sugar. The use of marzipan not only adds a unique flavor but also allows for beautiful decorations, making it a festive choice for celebrations. Today, variations of this cake can be found in bakeries around the world, reflecting the global appreciation for this delightful treat.

GermanDEdessert
120 min
hard
8 servings
Servings4
cake flour
almond flour
sugar
butter
eggs
baking powder
vanilla extract
milk
marzipan
powdered sugar
lemon juice
heavy cream
fruit preserves
slivered almonds
food coloring
edible gold leaf

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Coconut cream provides a dairy-free option with a similar richness.

marzipan

🥗Healthier: almond paste

💰Cheaper: homemade marzipan

Almond paste is less sweet and can be made at home for cost savings.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Grease and flour two round cake pans.

3

In a bowl, mix cake flour, baking powder, and almond flour.

4

In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

5

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

6

Stir in vanilla extract and milk until combined.

7

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

8

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.

9

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

10

Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

11

Roll out marzipan on a surface dusted with powdered sugar until thin.

12

Once the cakes are cool, spread a layer of fruit preserves on top of one cake layer.

13

Place the second layer on top and cover the entire cake with a thin layer of heavy cream.

14

Carefully drape the marzipan over the cake, smoothing it out.

15

Trim any excess marzipan and decorate with slivered almonds and edible gold leaf.

16

Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

creamingbakingrollingdecorating

Equipment Needed

KüchenmaschineHerz KochlöffelWilton Tülle Nr. 1SterntüllenTüllen SetTortenringStreichpalette blau

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggstree-nutsgluten

Also Known As

HochzeitskuchenMarzipantorte
Local Name: Hochzeitstorte mit Marzipan

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