Apple Cream Cheese Kuchen |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 35 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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From Reminesce magazine this old world German favorite, topping may also include: peaches, plums or apricots instead of apples Ingredients:
1 1/4 tsp dry yeast |
2 tbs warm water |
1 egg |
1/4 cup warm milk |
2 tbs butter softened |
2 tbs sugar |
1 tsp lemon zest |
1 1/4 to 1 1/2 cups flour |
topping |
4 oz cream cheese softened |
1 tbs sugar |
1 lg apple peeled and sliced |
2 tbs butter melted |
powdered sugar |
Directions:
1. Disslove yeast in warm water
2. Add egg, milk, butter, sugar, lemon peel, salt and 3/4 cup flour
3. Beat till smooth
4. Stir in enough remaining flour to make a soft ( sticky dough )
5. Turn onto floured surface
6. with floured hands knead smooth and elastic about 6 to 8 minutes
7. Press into a greased 8 inch square pan, building up edges slightly
8. For topping:
9. combine cream cheese and sugar
10. Gently spread over dough
11. Arrange on apple slices, brush with butter
12. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled
13. Bake in a 350F oven 30 to 40 minutes or top is golden and apples tender
14. Note: may also use peaches, plums or apricots instead of apples
15. Cool on rack
16. Dust with powdered sugar
17. Refrigerate leftovers
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