German Peach Kuchen Recipe
592kcal
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1 cup butter unsalted cold
- 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar granulated from the filling
Filling:
- 12 peaches halves
- 1 cup sugar granulated divided remove 2 tablespoons for the crust
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 cup sour cream full fat
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- 9x13-inch baking dish or pan
- whisk
- Pastry cutter or fingers for crust preparation
- Greasing agent (for the baking dish)
- Toothpick for testing doneness
Method
Preheat the Oven:
- a. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- b. Ensure the oven is fully heated before baking the kuchen.
Prepare the Crust.
- a. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of unsalted cold butter (cut into small pieces) and 2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
- b. Add 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder and 1 teaspoon of salt to the mixture.
- c. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- d. Incorporate 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar into the mixture.
Press Crust into Pan.
- a. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or pan.
- b. Press the prepared crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the greased pan, creating a firm base.
Arrange Peach Halves.
- a. Place 12 peach halves, cut side up, on top of the crust. Ensure they are evenly spaced.
Prepare the Filling.
- a. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar (remove 2 tablespoons for the crust) and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
- b. Sprinkle this sugar-cinnamon mixture evenly over the peach halves.
Prepare the Egg Mixture.
- a. In another bowl, whisk together 2 egg yolks and 1 cup of full-fat sour cream until well combined.
Pour Egg Mixture.
- a. Pour the egg and sour cream mixture evenly over the peaches and sugar-cinnamon layer.
Bake the Kuchen.
- a. Place the prepared pan in the preheated oven.
- b. Bake for approximately 45-50 minutes, or until the kuchen is set and the top is lightly browned.
- c. You can check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean when the kuchen is done.
Nutrition
Calories592kcalCarbohydrates76gProtein7gFat31gSaturated Fat18gPolyunsaturated Fat2gMonounsaturated Fat8gTrans Fat1gCholesterol127mgSodium541mgPotassium357mgFiber4gSugar48gVitamin A1687IUVitamin C9mgCalcium73mgIron2mg
Notes
Fresh, ripe peaches are essential for the best flavor.
Ensure the crust is evenly pressed into the pan for uniform results.
Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend the butter into the crust mixture thoroughly.
When baking, keep an eye on the kuchen to prevent over-browning.
Allow the kuchen to cool slightly before cutting for cleaner slices.
Experiment with different varieties of peaches for a unique flavor profile.
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream for added indulgence.