Frankfurter Kranz
Frankfurter Kranz is a delicious German cake that originated in Frankfurt. It's a classic dessert known for its rich buttercream and nutty flavor. The cake consists of several layers of sponge cake, usually filled with buttercream and a tart red currant jam. The cake is then frosted with more buttercream and decorated with crunchy caramelized nuts.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup milk
For the buttercream:
- 2 cups unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup tart red currant jam
For the decoration:
- 1 cup caramelized nuts (such as almonds or hazelnuts)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before removing it.
- While the cake is cooling, prepare the buttercream. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
- Once the cake has cooled, carefully slice it horizontally into three even layers. Spread a thin layer of red currant jam on the bottom layer, followed by a generous amount of buttercream. Repeat this process with the remaining cake layers.
- Use the remaining buttercream to frost the sides and top of the cake, creating a smooth and even layer.
- Take the caramelized nuts and press them onto the sides of the cake, gently patting them in place.
- Slice and serve. Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 916kcal (46%)Carbohydrates: 89g (30%)Protein: 10g (20%)Fat: 72g (111%)Saturated Fat: 40g (250%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 22gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 247mg (82%)Sodium: 99mg (4%)Potassium: 232mg (7%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 33g (37%)Vitamin A: 2033IU (41%)Vitamin C: 2mg (2%)Calcium: 124mg (12%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
