German Cherry Cake – Cherry Custard Pie
Indulge in the delightful flavors of German Cherry Cake – Cherry Custard Pie, a mouthwatering dessert that beautifully marries the creamy richness of quark custard with the vibrant tartness of fresh cherries. This easy-to-make recipe features a unique no-roll shortcrust pastry that is accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as a sweet conclusion to dinner, this cake is sure to become a favorite at family gatherings and special occasions. With its traditional German flair and deliciously satisfying taste, every slice promises to impress!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
Scale
- 250 grams flour
- 125 grams butter
- 150 grams sugar (plus 130 grams)
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 1 egg
- 750 grams quark
- 100 ml milk
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 sachets vanilla pudding custard powder (or cornstarch)
- 2 egg whites
- 2 cups sour cherries
Instructions
- Drain canned cherries and quark. If using Greek yogurt, drain overnight.
- In a stand mixer, combine flour, butter, sugar, vanilla sugar, and egg until smooth. Shape into a disk and chill for 30 minutes.
- Mix quark, milk, egg yolks, melted butter, pudding powder (or cornstarch), and sugar until smooth. Whip egg whites with sugar until stiff peaks form and fold into the quark mixture.
- Press two-thirds of dough into a greased springform pan and create a rim with the remaining dough.
- Pour custard into the crust and top with drained cherries. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 60–70 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg