APPLE CREAM CHEESE KUCHEN

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This is a very old recipe that my mother made often, when I was a child in Germany. It was our Sunday dessert. You can also use other fruit as a topping, such as plums, fresh peaches or apricots.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
2 tablespoons warm water (110° to 115°)
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 cup warm whole milk (110° to 115°)
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 to 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
TOPPING:
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon sugar
1 large tart apple, peeled and sliced
2 teaspoons butter, melted
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the egg, milk, butter, sugar, lemon zest, salt and 3/4 cup flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)., Turn onto a floured surface. With floured hands, knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Press into a greased 8-in. square baking dish; build up edges slightly., For topping, in a small bowl, combine cream cheese and sugar. Gently spread over dough. Arrange apple slices over top; brush with butter. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Preheat oven to 350°. Bake until golden brown and apples are tender, 30-40 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 207mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Kaytee Pantsula
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I made this kuchen for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best kuchen he'd ever had. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Hashir rana
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This kuchen was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The crust was perfect and the filling was delicious. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


mira saha
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I made this kuchen for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The flavors were perfect and the crust was so flaky. I will definitely be making this again.


Teekay Mono
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This kuchen was easy to make and turned out delicious. The crust was crispy and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Rajan Jairu
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I've made this kuchen several times now and it's always a hit. The crust is flaky and the filling is creamy and flavorful. I love that it's not too sweet, and the apples add a nice tartness.


Monir hussain
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This kuchen was delicious! The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Sohail ali Kh
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I made this kuchen for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best kuchen he'd ever had. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Itz Mahadi
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This kuchen was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The crust was perfect and the filling was delicious. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Smith Ansumana
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I made this kuchen for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The flavors were perfect and the crust was so flaky. I will definitely be making this again.


Blocked
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This kuchen was easy to make and turned out delicious. The crust was crispy and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Official_ gaming
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I've made this kuchen several times now and it's always a hit. The crust is flaky and the filling is creamy and flavorful. I love that it's not too sweet, and the apples add a nice tartness.


sweet gril
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This kuchen was delicious! The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


keen enough
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I made this kuchen for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best kuchen he'd ever had. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Telmn Tmka
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This kuchen was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The crust was perfect and the filling was delicious. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Arefin 2.0
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I've made this kuchen several times now and it's always a favorite. The crust is flaky and buttery, and the filling is creamy and flavorful. I love that it's not too sweet, and the apples add a nice tartness.


MaryAnne Smith
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This kuchen was easy to make and turned out delicious. The crust was crispy and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Partihar Reactions
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I made this kuchen for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The flavors were perfect and the crust was so flaky. I will definitely be making this again.


Sunni Aldrich
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This kuchen was a hit with my family and friends! The apple filling was sweet and tart, and the cream cheese filling was rich and creamy. The crust was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making this again.