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🌍Authentic German recipe from a Germany-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Erdbeerkuchen

Cultural Context

Erdbeerkuchen, or strawberry cake, is a beloved dessert in Germany, especially during the summer when strawberries are in season. Traditionally enjoyed at family gatherings and celebrations, this cake showcases the fresh, sweet flavor of strawberries atop a light sponge base. Its popularity has led to numerous variations, including those using different fruits or cream toppings, making it a versatile treat enjoyed beyond Germany's borders.

GermanDEdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
150g Mehl
2Tl Backpulver
80g Zucker
1Pck Vanille Zucker
2 Eier
120ml Sahne
500g Erdbeeren
2El Erdbeerkonfitüre
1Pck roten Tortenguss fix

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while margarine is often less expensive.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: whipped topping

Greek yogurt adds protein and reduces calories, while whipped topping is budget-friendly.

gelatin

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Agar-agar is plant-based, while cornstarch is a cost-effective thickener.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia is a low-calorie sweetener, and brown sugar is often less expensive.

1

Preheat the oven to 180°C.

2

In a mixing bowl, combine 150g flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 80g sugar, and 1 packet of vanilla sugar.

3

Add 2 eggs and 120ml cream to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.

4

Pour the batter into a 26cm springform pan.

5

Bake for approximately 20 minutes.

6

Allow the cake to cool.

7

Prepare the strawberry topping by slicing 500g strawberries.

8

In a bowl, mix the strawberries with 2 tablespoons of strawberry jam and 1 packet of red gel for tart.

9

Spread the strawberry mixture over the cooled cake.

10

Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

26 SpringformOven

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Strawberry Cake
Local Name: Erdbeerkuchen

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