Nigella Lawson Apple and Blackberry Kuchen

Nigella Lawson’s Apple and Blackberry Kuchen is a rustic yet elegant dessert that perfectly balances tart and sweet flavors with a tender, buttery base. This German-inspired treat features a soft, homemade dough topped with juicy slices of firm apples and bursts of blackberries, all lightly dusted with a cinnamon-sugar blend for a golden, caramelized finish. Quick to assemble with simple pantry staples, this easy kuchen recipe comes together in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for a cozy autumn gathering or a fuss-free dessert any time of year. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a crowd-pleasing treat that bridges the comfort of homemade baking and the sophistication of a café-style confection. Keywords: apple and blackberry kuchen, Nigella Lawson recipe, German kuchen, cinnamon sugar dessert, easy autumn desserts.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 75 grams granulated sugar
• 125 grams unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons whole milk
• 2 medium apples (firm, such as Granny Smith)
• 150 grams blackberries (fresh or frozen)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons demerara sugar (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F, or Gas Mark 5) and grease a 9-inch round or square baking pan, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. Add the granulated sugar and mix to combine.

Step 3

Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, rub the cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a small bowl, beat the egg and mix in the milk. Pour the egg mixture into the flour mixture and stir until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out to form the base.

Step 6

Peel, core, and slice the apples thinly. Arrange the apple slices over the dough in a circular pattern or rows, depending on the shape of your pan.

Step 7

Scatter the blackberries evenly over the apples.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon with the demerara sugar (if using). Sprinkle this mixture over the fruit for added texture and flavor.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the dough is golden and the fruit is tender and slightly caramelized.

Step 10

Allow the kuchen to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with a dollop of cream or a scoop of ice cream, or serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1082.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2566.0

Total Fat 114.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 496.1mg	0%
Sodium 821.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 361.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.5g	0%
Total Sugars 146.2g
Protein 37.7g	0%

Vitamin D 67.2IU	0%
Calcium 189.1mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 1043.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.1%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 55.1%