Cherry Kuchen (Pronounced Ku-Kah By My Family)

Name: Cherry Kuchen (Pronounced Ku-Kah By My Family)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Dough Ingredients; 2 beaten eggs; 3/4 cup water (105-115 degrees); 1 (1/4 ounce) package dry yeast; 4 cups sifted all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 cup butter; 1 1/2 teaspoons cardamom powder; Topping Ingredients; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can pitted tart cherries (or other any other fruit); 1/4 cup butter; 1 1/2 cups flour; 1/2 cup sugar (or splenda sweetener)

Servings: persons

Dough Ingredients
2 beaten eggs
3/4 cup water (105-115 degrees)
1 (1/4 ounce) package dry yeast
4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 teaspoons cardamom powder
Topping Ingredients
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can pitted tart cherries (or other any other fruit)
1/4 cup butter
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 cup sugar (or splenda sweetener)

1
Add water to beaten eggs and dissolve dry yeast in this mixture. Let all these ingredients rest refrigerated for 15 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, blend with a pastry blender or by hand flour, salt, sugar, butter and cardamom.
3
In a large mixing bowl, make a ring of blended flour. Pour chilled yeast mixture into the center and work it into dry ingredients. Knead until smooth, about 2 minutes. Form dough into ball and let rest, covered for about 20 minutes.
4
Roll out dough into 2 9x9 baking dishes. Push edges of dough up against dish to prevent fruit topping from spilling.
5
For topping, spread cherries over top of dough. With a pasty blender or fork, cut butter into flour and sugar until small crumbs of mixture are formed. Sprinkle crumb mixture over top of cherries.
6
Bake at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes until topping begins to golden.

1103

kcal

Calories

Fat

159

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Dough Ingredients, 2 beaten eggs, 3/4 cup water (105-115 degrees), 1 (1/4 ounce) package dry yeast, and more.

Yes, Cherry Kuchen (Pronounced Ku-Kah By My Family) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!