Best 5 Apple Kuchen The South Dakota State Dessert Recipes

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In the heart of South Dakota, where the prairies stretch and the sun-kissed fields yield bountiful harvests, there lies a culinary gem that embodies the spirit of the state - Apple Kuchen. This delectable dessert, enshrined as the official state dessert of South Dakota, is a symphony of flavors and textures that has captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike. With its golden-brown crust, tender and moist apple filling, and a hint of cinnamon and sugar, Apple Kuchen is a true testament to the simple yet profound joys of baking. This article presents a collection of carefully curated Apple Kuchen recipes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. From the classic Apple Kuchen recipe that stays true to tradition to creative variations that incorporate unique ingredients and techniques, there's a recipe here for every home baker to savor and cherish.

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EASY APPLE KUCHEN



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One of my mother's favorite recipes. Great with your morning coffee or a cold glass of milk.

Provided by pwsweet

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Apple Pie Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup milk
¼ cup shortening
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
5 apples - peeled, cored, and sliced, or more to taste
1 cup white sugar
¼ cup butter, melted
¼ cup all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat milk, shortening, egg, and vanilla extract together in a bowl until smooth. Stir 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt into milk mixture until dough comes together. Spread dough out into the bottom of a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Spread apples over the dough on the baking sheet.
  • Stir 1 cup sugar, melted butter, 1/4 cup flour, and cinnamon together in a bowl until topping is combined. Sprinkle topping over apples.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until apples are tender and topping is golden, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.7 g, Cholesterol 21.2 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 205.7 mg, Sugar 25.3 g

APPLE KUCHEN-THE SOUTH DAKOTA STATE DESSERT



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South Dakota adopted Kuchen as the state dessert to celebrate the rich cultural heritage and traditional foods of their German ancestors. The word originated in the 1800s, and it describes various types of coffee cakes made from a sweet dough and a wide variety of fillings.

Provided by L D

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 15

CRUST
2 c flour
1/2 c sugar
1/4 t. kosher salt
1/2 t. vanilla
1/2 pound unsalted butter,cold,cut into pieces
FILLING
1 pound cream cheese, rm temp.
3/4 c sugar
1 t. vanilla
1 egg, rm. temp.
TOPPING
2 t. sugar
1 1/2 t. ground cinnamon
3 granny smith apples,peeled,cored and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • 1. Directions on how to make the crust: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Lightly grease and flour a 9×13-inch pan. Place the flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl or food processor fitted with a steel blade and mix to combine. Add the vanilla and butter, a little at a time. Press into the baking pan and bake in oven until slightly golden but not brown, about 12 to 15 minutes. Cool. Directions on how to make the filling and topping: Mix the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla in mixer (preferably with a paddle) and beat until creamy. Add the egg, mix to combine, and pour over the cooled crust Place the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl and mix to combine. Place the apples on top of the filling in two or three columns. Sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar and transfer to the oven. Bake until firm and a rich brown, about 20 minutes. Cut into 20 to 24 pieces. Mix the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla in mixer (preferably with a paddle) and beat until creamy. Add the egg, mix to combine, and pour over the cooled crust Place the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl and mix to combine. Place the apples on top of the filling in two or three columns. Sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar and transfer to the oven. Bake until firm and a rich brown, about 20 minutes. Cut into 20 to 24 pieces. - Recipe from the 2007 South Dakota Legislative Manual

APPLE KUCHEN



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These bars should be made by patient bakers with a bit of time - they look best when the apples are lined up in neat columns. This is not to say that it makes any difference in the way they taste.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 35m

Yield 20 to 25 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cut into pieces
1 pound cream cheese, at room temperature
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg, at room temperature
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, if desired, cored, and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Lightly grease and flour a 9x13-inch pan.
  • To make the crust: Place the flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl or food processor fitted with a steel blade and mix to combine. Add the vanilla and butter, a little at a time, and mix until it resembles cornmeal. Press into the prepared baking pan and transfer to the oven. Bake until slightly golden but not brown, about 12 to 15 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Lower the oven temperature to 400 degrees.
  • To make the filling: Place the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla in the bowl of a mixer fitted with a paddle and beat until creamy. Add the egg, mix to combine, an pour over the cooled crust.
  • Place the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl and mix to combine.
  • Place the apples on top of the filling in two or three columns. Sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar and transfer to the oven. Bake until firm and a rich brown, about 20 minutes. Cut into 20 to 24 pieces.

APPLE KUCHEN



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This simple-to-fix recipe came out of an old Swedish cookbook that my mom always held together with a large rubber band. The recipe is my favorite!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 large tart apples, peeled and sliced
1 cup sugar, divided
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon butter
VANILLA SAUCE:
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups cold water
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Arrange apples in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon; set aside 1 tablespoon. Sprinkle remaining cinnamon-sugar over apples. , In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and remaining sugar; beat in the milk and butter until blended. Drop by tablespoonfuls over apples; sprinkle with reserved cinnamon-sugar. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack., Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, salt and water until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Remove from the heat; add butter and vanilla. Serve with warm kuchen.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

APPLE KUCHEN



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This Kuchen entices with a salty-sweet crust and a light custardy cinnamon-spiced apple filling.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 large apple or 2 small apples (such as Gala), cored and thinly sliced crosswise
1 cup half-and-half
2 large eggs

Steps:

  • Make the crust: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Whisk flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Using your fingers, work in butter until just incorporated. Press into a 9-inch pie plate.
  • Make the filling: Stir sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Arrange apple evenly over crust, overlapping if necessary. Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar.
  • Bake 15 minutes. Whisk together half-and-half and eggs. Raise oven temperature to 400 degrees. Pour egg mixture over apples. Bake until set, about 20 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack at least 1 hour.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples: Mixing different types of apples, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn, adds depth of flavor and texture to the kuchen.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will result in a tough, dense kuchen. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Don't overbake the kuchen: The kuchen is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking will dry out the kuchen.
  • Serve the kuchen warm or at room temperature: The kuchen is best served warm or at room temperature. It can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Apple kuchen is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and classic flavor, it is sure to please everyone at your table. The tips provided in this article will help you make the best apple kuchen possible. So, what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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