Aunt Sarah's "german Crumb Cakes" Baked In Crusts Recipe

German Crumb Cakes Baked In Crusts Recipe

History:
Aunt Sarah's "German Crumb Cakes Baked In Crusts" recipe is a classic dessert that has been passed down through generations in our family. This recipe originated in Germany and was brought to the United States by Aunt Sarah's ancestors. Over the years, the recipe has been perfected and loved by many.

Fun Facts:
- German Crumb Cakes Baked In Crusts are traditionally enjoyed for breakfast or lunch due to their simplicity and affordability.
- The combination of the crumbly topping and the soft cake creates a delightful texture that is hard to resist.
- This recipe allows for various flavor options, such as vanilla or grated orange rind, giving you the flexibility to customize it to your liking.

Ingredients:
- 3 cups flour
- 2 1/2 heaping teaspoonfuls baking powder
- 2 cups soft A or light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup lard and butter mixed
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup sweet milk
- Pinch of salt
- Flavoring (vanilla or grated orange rind)
- Pie crust (for lining three small pie tins)

Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to a moderate temperature.
2. Prepare the pie crust by lining the three small pie tins with it.
3. In a bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.
4. Add the soft A or light brown sugar, lard, butter, and salt to the bowl.
5. Rub the mixture together with your hands until it is well mixed and crumbly.
6. Set aside 1 cup of the crumb mixture for later use.
7. In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks and add them to the remaining crumb mixture.
8. Gradually mix in 1 cup of sweet milk until the mixture reaches a creamy consistency.
9. Add the desired flavoring, such as vanilla or grated orange rind, to the mixture.
10. In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
11. Gently fold the stiffly beaten egg whites into the cake batter.
12. Pour the cake batter into each of the three unbaked pie crusts evenly.
13. Sprinkle the reserved cup of crumbs thickly over the tops of the cakes.
14. Bake the cakes in the preheated oven for the recommended time until they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
15. Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool before serving.

Enjoy your homemade Aunt Sarah's "German Crumb Cakes Baked In Crusts"!

Similar Recipe Dishes:
If you enjoyed Aunt Sarah's "German Crumb Cakes Baked In Crusts" recipe, you might also like some similar dishes:
- Streusel Cake: A traditional German cake with a tender base and a buttery crumb topping.
- Coffee Cake: A classic American cake with a cinnamon-spiced crumb topping, often served with coffee or tea.
- Fruit Crumble: A delicious dessert made with fresh fruit topped with a sweet and crunchy crumbly topping.
- Apple Pie: A beloved American dessert made with a flaky pie crust and a spiced apple filling, often topped with a crumb topping or lattice crust.

These dishes share similar characteristics with Aunt Sarah's "German Crumb Cakes Baked In Crusts" and are sure to satisfy your cravings for delightful sweets. Enjoy experimenting with different flavors and variations to create your own unique twist on these recipes!