Chilean Blueberry Kuchen
Serves 8 to 10
Time 1 hr 25 min
Kuchen, a traditional German dessert, is found all over Chile in varying forms thanks to a large German community. This simple version features fresh blueberries mixed with blueberry jam for an easy topping. Inspired by Whole Planet Foundation® microcredit client recipes.
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Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for the pan
- 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 2/3 cup reduced-fat (2%) milk
- 1 (6.0-ounce) package fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup blueberry jam or preserves
- 1/4 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
Method
Preheat the oven to 350F.
Lightly butter a 10- or 11-inch tart pan with removable bottom.
In a small bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
In a separate large bowl, whisk together melted butter, eggs and sugar.
Add flour mixture to butter mixture, alternating with milk and whisking until blended.
Spread batter in the prepared tart pan.
Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, about 30 minutes.
Let cool completely on a wire rack.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together blueberries and blueberry jam.
Place heavy cream and sugar in a bowl, and beat with an electric mixer just until stiff peaks form.
Top cake with blueberry mixture and whipped cream.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 320 calories (110 from fat), 12g total fat, 8g saturated fat, 70mg cholesterol, 80mg sodium, 52g carbohydrates (3g dietary fiber, 30g sugar), 5g protein.
Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember - we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information.
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Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for the pan
- 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 2/3 cup reduced-fat (2%) milk
- 1 (6.0-ounce) package fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup blueberry jam or preserves
- 1/4 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar