RICH FRUIT KUCHENS

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This German classic is such a part of our reunions, we designate a special place to serve it. Five generations flock to the "Kuchen Room" for this coffee cake. -Stephanie Schentzel, Northville, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 coffee cakes (8 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/8 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup canola oil
1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
CUSTARD:
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1-1/2 cups sugar
8 to 10 cups sliced peeled tart apples or canned sliced peaches, drained, or combination of fruits
TOPPING:
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup cold butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, salt, oil, egg and 2-1/2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Do not knead. Cover and refrigerate overnight., The next day, for custard, whisk the eggs, cream and sugar in a large bowl until combined; set aside. Divide dough into 4 portions. , On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 10-in. circle. Press each circle onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. pie plate. Arrange 2 to 2-1/2 cups of fruit in each crust. Pour 1 cup custard over fruit., For topping, combine the sugar, flour and cinnamon in a small bowl. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle 1/3 cup over each coffee cake. Cover edges of dough with foil. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and custard reaches 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Shajidul Shagor
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This kuchen is simply amazing! It's the perfect combination of sweet and tart. I highly recommend this recipe.


MATH CLASS
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good kuchen recipe for ages and this one is perfect.


Faith Jones
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I've tried many kuchen recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The fruit filling is perfectly balanced and the streusel topping is out of this world.


Aughnesty Robinson
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This kuchen is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and always a hit with my guests.


Kennidee Keene
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this kuchen with ease. It turned out beautifully and tasted amazing.


Ebube Anagwonye
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The kuchen was absolutely delicious and everyone at my party loved it.


Lalo Dall
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This is the best kuchen recipe I've ever tried! It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.


Kayla
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I followed the recipe exactly and my kuchen turned out perfect! It was so moist and flavorful. My family loved it.


Punom Barua
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This kuchen is absolutely delicious! The fruit filling is perfectly balanced and the streusel topping is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Curtis Hightower
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I've made this kuchen several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Trinity Nicks
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This recipe is a keeper! The kuchen was easy to make and turned out perfectly. The fruit filling was delicious and the streusel topping added a nice crunch.


Khem sapkota
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This kuchen was a huge hit at my holiday party! Everyone loved the moist, flavorful crumb and the sweet, tangy filling. I'll definitely be making this again next year.