Butter Kuchen

Indulge in the sweet simplicity of homemade Butter Kuchen, a classic German coffee cake that's as irresistible as it is easy to make. This buttery and tender yeast cake boasts a pillowy dough base, made with a blend of all-purpose flour, milk, and a hint of sugar for just the right touch of sweetness. Topped with rich cubes of butter, a golden caramelized sugar layer, and optional sliced almonds for a delightful crunch, this dessert is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or teatime. With minimal prep and a quick rise time, Butter Kuchen delivers bakery-quality results right from your own oven. Serve warm for a melt-in-your-mouth experience that's sure to impress any crowd!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 cups Milk
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (for topping)
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar (for topping)
• 0.25 cups Almonds (optional, sliced)

Directions

Step 1

Warm the milk in a small saucepan until lukewarm (about 110°F or 43°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, stir the warm milk and the active dry yeast together. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.

Step 4

Add the yeast mixture, softened butter, and the egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until a sticky dough forms.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Place the dough into a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until it doubles in size.

Step 7

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.

Step 8

Punch down the dough and press it evenly into the prepared pan.

Step 9

Let the dough rest in the pan for 20 minutes.

Step 10

Using your fingers, dimple the surface of the dough evenly across the top.

Step 11

Cut the topping butter into small cubes and distribute them across the dimples in the dough.

Step 12

Sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the dough, and if desired, scatter the sliced almonds on top.

Step 13

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and the sugar topping is slightly caramelized.

Step 14

Allow the Butter Kuchen to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1197.7 grams (1197.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4416

Total Fat 223.40g	286%
Saturated Fat 128.20g	641%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.10g
Cholesterol 758mg	253%
Sodium 2608mg	113%
Total Carbohydrate 541.70g	197%
Dietary Fiber 15.80g	56%
Total Sugars 214.10g
Protein 68.80g	138%

Vitamin D 278IU	1389%
Calcium 516mg	40%
Iron 22mg	122%
Potassium 1292mg	27%

*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: 45.2%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 48.7%