Description
Quark casserole delivers a zesty symphony of flavors dancing across palates with elegant German precision. Creamy textures and bright citrus notes promise a delightful culinary escape you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
Scale
Dairy and Main Ingredients:
- 500 grams (2 cups) quark cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup semolina flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
Flavor and Enhancers:
- 3 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350°F and generously coating a baking dish with melted butter, ensuring complete surface coverage.
- Create a silky foundation by whisking egg yolks with sugar and honey until the mixture transforms into a pale, smooth consistency.
- Incorporate quark cheese, semolina flour, baking powder, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and salt into the egg yolk mixture, stirring until thoroughly integrated.
- Optional enhancement includes gently folding raisins or cranberries into the developing batter for additional texture and flavor complexity.
- In a separate clean bowl, vigorously whip egg whites until they form distinct, glossy peaks that stand upright when the whisk is lifted.
- Delicately fold the whipped egg whites into the quark mixture, maintaining the airiness by using gentle, sweeping motions to preserve the delicate volume.
- Transfer the luminous batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the surface with a spatula to create an even landscape.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, watching for a golden-brown exterior and a set center that indicates perfect doneness.
- Remove from oven and allow the casserole to rest and settle, slightly cooling to develop its final texture and flavor profile.
- Finish by dusting with powdered sugar and serving alongside fresh fruit, yogurt, or a drizzle of honey for a complete sensory experience.
Notes
- Ensure egg whites are beaten to stiff peaks for maximum airiness, creating a cloud-like texture that makes the casserole incredibly light and fluffy.
- Fold egg whites gently using a spatula with sweeping motions to maintain the delicate volume and prevent deflating the mixture.
- Swap raisins or cranberries with alternative mix-ins like chopped almonds, dark chocolate chips, or fresh blueberries for unique flavor variations.
- For gluten-free adaptation, replace semolina flour with almond flour or gluten-free flour blend, maintaining the recipe’s delicate structure and taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg