Perfect Peach Kuchen

Indulge in the irresistible charm of Perfect Peach Kuchen, a traditional German dessert that pairs a buttery, crumbly crust with juicy fresh peaches and a luscious vanilla custard. This delightful recipe begins with a simple dough base pressed into a baking dish, over which tender peach slices are arranged and lightly dusted with cinnamon and sugar for a touch of sweet-spiced flavor. Topped with a velvety cream mixture that bakes to golden perfection, this kuchen captures the essence of summer in every bite. With its harmonious balance of textures and flavors, it’s perfect for serving at brunches, tea parties, or as a show-stopping after-dinner treat. Ready in under an hour and garnished with powdered sugar, this peach-packed delight is a must-try for fruit dessert lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 large Egg yolk
• 0.25 cup Whole milk
• 4 medium Fresh peaches
• 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking pan or pie dish.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, 1/2 cup of sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk and milk together, then add to the crumb mixture. Stir until a soft dough forms.

Step 5

Press the dough evenly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Peel, pit, and slice the peaches into approximately 1/4-inch thick slices. Arrange them decoratively over the dough base.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the peach slices.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.

Step 9

Meanwhile, in another bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.

Step 10

After 15 minutes of baking, remove the kuchen from the oven and pour the cream mixture evenly over the peaches.

Step 11

Return the kuchen to the oven and bake for an additional 35 minutes, or until the custard is set and lightly golden.

Step 12

Allow the kuchen to cool to room temperature on a wire rack before serving.

Step 13

Optionally, sprinkle with powdered sugar for garnish before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1446.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3157.6

Total Fat 146.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 775.3mg	0%
Sodium 1270.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 415.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g	0%
Total Sugars 220.1g
Protein 41.9g	0%

Vitamin D 98.8IU	0%
Calcium 217.0mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 1604.4mg	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: 41.8%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 52.8%