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Best Authentic German Cheesecake

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An authentic German cheesecake (Käsekuchen) that’s light, creamy, and delicately sweet, made with quark for a soft, airy texture and classic flavor.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups quark or full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a springform pan.
  2. For the crust, mix flour, baking powder, salt, butter, a small portion of the sugar, and a little milk until a soft dough forms. Press evenly into the bottom of the pan.
  3. In a large bowl, mix quark, cream cheese, and remaining sugar until smooth.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
  5. Stir in vanilla extract, lemon zest, cornstarch, and milk until creamy and well combined.
  6. Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 55–65 minutes, until the center is just set and slightly jiggly.
  8. Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool slowly inside.
  9. Cool completely, then refrigerate for several hours before slicing.

Notes

  • Cooling the cheesecake slowly helps prevent cracks.
  • Full-fat Greek yogurt can be used if quark is unavailable.
  • The flavor improves after chilling.

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