German Fresh Fruit Kuchen Bread Machine
Discover the effortless charm of this German Fresh Fruit Kuchen made in a bread machine—a delightful fusion of soft, sweet yeast dough and juicy, vibrant fruit toppings. This recipe simplifies the traditional kuchen, using a bread machine to handle the dough preparation, leaving you free to focus on crafting an artistic array of seasonal fruits like plums, peaches, or berries. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and optional cinnamon, this golden-brown treat is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. With only 20 minutes of hands-on prep, this easy yet elegant kuchen brings a touch of European sophistication to your table and is best savored fresh, warm, and flavorful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 ml Milk
- 60 g Butter
- 1 large Egg
- 50 g Sugar
- 1 tsp Salt
- 300 g Bread flour
- 2 tsp Active dry yeast
- 250 g Fresh fruit (e.g., plums, peaches, or berries)
- 2 tbsp Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 0.5 tsp Cinnamon (optional, for sprinkling)
Instructions
Add the milk, butter, egg, sugar, and salt to the bread machine pan in the order recommended by the manufacturer.
Pour in the bread flour, ensuring it evenly covers the liquid ingredients.
Make a small well in the center of the flour and add the active dry yeast. Avoid letting the yeast touch the liquid directly.
Set the bread machine to the 'Dough' cycle and start it. This usually takes around 90 minutes including mixing, kneading, and the first rise.
While the dough is being prepared in the bread machine, wash and slice the fresh fruit into thin pieces if needed.
Once the dough cycle is complete, remove the dough from the machine and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to fit a greased 9-inch round or rectangular baking pan.
Spread the dough evenly into the pan and let it rise for another 20-30 minutes in a warm spot until slightly puffy.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Arrange the fresh fruit slices decoratively on top of the risen dough, pressing them in gently. Sprinkle powdered sugar over the fruit, and optionally dust with cinnamon for extra flavor.
Bake the kuchen in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Optionally, dust with additional powdered sugar before serving.
Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature. The kuchen is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2082 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.0 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.9 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2844 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 327.8 g | 119% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 92.3 g | ||
| Protein | 51.1 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 961 mg | 20% | |
*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.
