Best 6 Fruit Kuchen Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable world of fruit kuchen, a classic German baked good that combines a sweet yeasted dough with a vibrant array of fresh fruits. This versatile treat can be enjoyed as a breakfast pastry, a dessert, or an afternoon snack.

Dive into the "Easy Fruit Kuchen" recipe, perfect for beginners, with its simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions. Experience the " творожный пирог с фруктами" ("Curd Cheese Fruit Pie") recipe, where creamy curd cheese filling meets a medley of fruits. For a gluten-free option, try the "Gluten-Free Fruit Kuchen" recipe, which uses almond flour and tapioca flour to create a tender and flavorful crust.

If you're looking for a show-stopping centerpiece, the "German Fruit Kuchen with Streusel Topping" recipe delivers with its intricate lattice crust and buttery streusel topping. And for those with a sweet tooth, the "Fruit Kuchen with Crumb Topping" recipe features a crunchy crumb topping that adds an extra layer of texture and flavor.

No matter which recipe you choose, fruit kuchen is sure to delight your taste buds and become a beloved addition to your baking repertoire.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

TRADITIONAL GERMAN OBST KUCHEN - FRESH FRUIT FLAN (SPONGE CAKE)



Traditional German Obst Kuchen - Fresh Fruit Flan (Sponge Cake) image

Traditional German Obst Kuchen is a Fresh Fruit Flan with a sponge-type cake base, sometimes with a thin layer of custard, topped with fresh fruit and then sealed with a fruit glaze. Obst Kuchen is very typically served throughout Germany during the afternoon coffee hour, with dollops of freshly whipped cream. One of my favorite toppings is fresh whole strawberries with a red currant or strawberry glaze. Fresh raspberries or other fresh or canned fruits such as kiwis, apricots, cherries, gooseberries, and pineapple are also popular. The traditional pan used is a 10-inch German flan pan, however a torte or springform pan would also work. Adapted from my friend Maite C's Obst Kuchen Boden recipe that was given to me when we were stationed at Ft. Campbell KY.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 1 German Obst Kuchen, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 lb margarine or 1/4 lb butter, softened
2 eggs, separated
1/4 lb sugar (150 grams or 1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar)
1/4 lb flour (150 grams or 1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons flour)
1 (1/4 ounce) packet dry yeast
1 teaspoon vanilla (or 1 tablespoon vanilla sugar)
1/2 cup milk (approximate)
2/3 cup prepared custard (optional)
2 -3 cups fresh fruit such as strawberries (or kiwis, apricots, cherries)
1/2 cup fruit jam mixed with a little water, to glaze (red currant, strawberry or apricot jam)
freshly whipped cream, to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In large bowl, beat yolks. Add sugar, softened margarine and yeast. Mix well.
  • Add flour, then vanilla and mix well.
  • In separate bowl beat egg whites until stiff. Add egg whites to flour mixture - then gradually mix in enough milk to give a soft dropping consistency.
  • Grease German flan pan. Add dough to greased pan, spreading evenly with a spatula.
  • Bake at 350F degrees for about 20 minutes until tests done with a toothpick.
  • Remove from oven. Cool in pan on a rack for 15 minutes, then invert on a cake plate or other large plate.
  • Arrange fresh berries or other fresh or canned fruits (kiwi slices, pineapple, gooseberries, apricots, and cherries are nice) on top of the inverted sponge cake (note: you may add a thin custard layer prior to filling with fruit, if you wish). Spread your favorite fruit glaze over the top of the fruit (may use a clear glaze or use strawberry or red currant jelly, or apricot jam). Chill until serving time.
  • Serve with dollops of fresh whipped cream, and a cup of coffee. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.3, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 55, Sodium 160.2, Carbohydrate 29.1, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 16, Protein 4.2

FRUIT KUCHEN



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This German recipe-passed down by my grandma-is one of the first desserts I made when I was young. I remember patting the crust into the pan many times. Now I work at a bakery but still make it often, especially in the summer when fresh fruit is plentiful. -Connie Meiselwitz, Kiel, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

CRUST:
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon whole milk
FILLING:
4 to 6 cups fresh fruit (quartered apples, peaches, plums, etc.)
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
CRUMB TOPPING:
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter, softened

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine flour, salt and sugar; cut in butter until mixture resembles cornmeal. Mix egg and milk; add to flour mixture., Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Arrange fruit on crust. Combine remaining filling ingredients; pour over fruit. For topping, combine ingredients until crumbly; sprinkle over filling. Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until fruit is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

FRUIT KUCHEN



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Delightful coffee cake topped with various fruits. My family prefers prunes but it can be made with apricots, cherries, etc.

Provided by Brent Daley

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     German

Time 1h40m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package hot roll mix
2 tablespoons white sugar
3 cups pitted prunes
1 ½ cups water
2 cups sour cream
½ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Prepare the hot roll mix according to manufacturers instructions, adding the 2 tablespoons of sugar. Cover dough and put in a warm draft free place to rise. Let rise until doubled, then punch down and divide into three pieces. Roll pieces of dough out into a circle about 8 or 9 inches in diameter. Place dough into three greased 8 or 9 inch pans, and let rise until doubled.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the prunes and water. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and cover. In a small bowl or cup, stir together the remaining sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). When the dough has risen, spread the prune puree over the three cakes. Stir sour cream to soften, and spread over the prunes. Dust with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until top edges are golden. Cover with more sour cream and cinnamon sugar if desired before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.3 calories, Carbohydrate 52.5 g, Cholesterol 13.5 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 219.4 mg, Sugar 25 g

TRUE KUCHEN (CRUST, FRUIT AND CUSTARD VERSION)



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This is a true ND Kuchen, use your favorite fruit and make a variety of flavors. Please read entire recipe before starting as it is somewhat broken up but easy to follow if you read the entire thing through before you start. Also please note this is a large batch! This makes enough dough for 20 Kuchen as it is written! Time doesn't include prep as that is so variable.

Provided by Kanutell

Categories     Pie

Time 20m

Yield 20 pies, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups of warm milk
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup Crisco
5 eggs
6 3/4 teaspoons yeast
12 3/4-13 1/2 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3 pints cream
6 eggs
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
apple, Blueberries, Peaches, whatever fruit you choose, enough to cover the bottom of each pie tin, peeled

Steps:

  • Dough: Dissolve yeast in 1 cup of warm water. Sprinkle a little sugar on top of the mixture. Mix other liquid ingredients in another bowl, add sugar, salt, and a little of the flour. Mix together then add the yeast mixture. Mix well, add remaining flour in small amounts until dough reaches a soft smooth dough. It may be a little sticky which is ok. Cover and let raise until double, only 1 time. Roll out and put in pie pans. Let raise a little bit before adding the fruit and custard.
  • Custard: heat 3 pints cream (use a large bowl) in the microwave oven for 9 minutes (Mine takes 60% power for this) In another bowl mix 6 eggs, 1 Cup sugar, 1 teaspoons vanilla, and 3 1/2 heaping tablespoons of cornstarch. Blend together. When cream is done mix this mixture into cream and heat another 9 minutes. Take out and whip until blended. Heat another 6 minutes. Take out and blend well. Custard is now ready to add to crust.
  • Fruit needs to be cooked with a little sugar to sweeten before placing fruit on dough.
  • Place fruit on dough, pour custard over top of that (don't overfill), sprinkle with cinnamon. Bake at 325 degrees for about 20-30 minutes until crust is golden brown and custard bubbles. Cool and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 734.9, Fat 37.7, SaturatedFat 19, Cholesterol 202.3, Sodium 258, Carbohydrate 84.2, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 18, Protein 15

EASY FRUIT KUCHEN



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I like this recipe because you can change it up so easily. Just add any fruit that you like. Canned or fresh, its perfect either way.

Provided by leticia wallace

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 c self rising flour
1 c sugar
1/2 c butter, cold
1 large egg
3 c sliced, fresh plums, peaches, apples (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1/2 tsp cinnamon
3 Tbsp butter-melted

Steps:

  • 1. HEAT oven to 375. Coat 13x9 metal baking pan with non stick cooking spray.
  • 2. COMBINE flour and 1/2 cp of sugar in large bowl. Cut in butter with pastry blender or two butter knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Beat milk and egg with fork just until blended. Stir into flour mixture with fork just until moistened. Spread evenly in prepared pan. Overlap slices of fruit. Drizzle with melted butter.
  • 3. BAKE 28-35 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm or at room temperature...Also good served with Ice cream.

FRUIT KUCHEN



FRUIT KUCHEN image

Categories     Fruit     Dessert     Bake     Pastry

Number Of Ingredients 20

Pastry
2 C all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
4 T sugar
6 T (3/4 stick) butter
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
1 C milk
Fruit filling
3 C sliced tart apples
1 C walnut or pecan halve
6 dried figs
1/2 C large muscat raisins
6 dried pitted prunes
1/4 C candied cherries
8-10 kumquats
1 C sugar
2 tsp cinnamon
3 T melted unsalted butter

Steps:

  • To prepare pastry, sift dry ingredients together in a large bowl. Cut in butter and work until mixture resembles coarse meal (you can use a food processor to do this, but be careful not to overwork). In a separate bowl, mix eggs, vanilla, and milk together, and stir into dry ingredients. Preheat to 400. Butter a 10 inch quiche or pizza pan and pat dough in, bringing up the sides of the pan. To assemble kuchen, arrange apple slices around the outside of pastry, overlapping or placing them close together. Arrange the remaining fruit and nuts in concentric circles inside the apple slices, making a decorative pattern. Mix sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter together and sprinkle evenly over top of fruit and nuts. Bake 25 minutes.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before starting, measure and prepare all ingredients, and preheat the oven to the specified temperature. This will ensure a smooth and efficient baking process.
  • Use fresh, ripe fruit: The quality of your fruit will greatly impact the flavor of your kuchen. Choose ripe, flavorful fruit that is in season.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough, dense kuchen. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Spread the batter evenly in the pan: This will help ensure that the kuchen bakes evenly.
  • Bake the kuchen until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This indicates that the kuchen is done baking.
  • Let the kuchen cool slightly before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the kuchen to set.

Conclusion:

Fruit kuchen is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed all year round. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you're using fresh or frozen fruit, this kuchen is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this fruit kuchen recipe a try!

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