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Russian Plucked Cake

Explore the delightful Russian Plucked Cake, a traditional Eastern European treat with rich chocolate dough and tangy quark filling. Perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Cooling Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15

Equipment

  • Springform pan (Ø 26 cm)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Aluminum foil

Ingredients

  • 300 g wheat flour Type 405
  • 4 - 5 tbsp baking cocoa
  • 150 g sugar
  • 1 pack baking powder
  • 1 size M egg
  • 150 g cold butter
  • 1 pinch salt
  • Some butter for the mold
  • 3 size M eggs for the filling
  • 150 g sugar for the filling
  • 200 g soft butter for the filling
  • 500 g low-fat quark for the filling
  • 1 pack vanilla sugar for the filling
  • 1 pack vanilla pudding powder for the filling
  • Some powdered sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180 degrees (or 160 degrees for a fan oven) and grease a springform pan Ø 26 cm.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, egg, butter, and salt, and knead until homogeneous.
  • Press half of the dough into the prepared springform pan, forming an edge of about 3 cm, and set the remaining dough aside.
  • In another bowl, whisk the eggs with sugar and butter; then add quark, vanilla sugar, and vanilla pudding powder, stirring well.
  • Pour the filling mixture onto the dough in the springform pan.
  • Tear the reserved dough into small pieces and place them over the filling with small gaps.
  • Bake for about 60 minutes, covering with aluminum foil after 45 minutes if it gets too dark.
  • Let the cake cool completely before removing it from the tin, and sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

This recipe is loved for its ease and irresistible flavor. A dessert that will impress your baking skills!

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1mg
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