Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
3 unit

eggs

250 ml

sugar

100 ml

all-purpose flour

0.5 tsp

baking powder

75 ml

cocoa powder

2 tsp

vanilla sugar

0.25 tsp

salt

250 g

Quark

1 unit

lime

zest of

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 200°C.

Step 2
~3 min

Grease and flour a 22-24 cm round cake pan with a removable bottom.

Step 3
~3 min

Beat eggs and sugar with an electric mixer until thick and cream-colored.

Step 4
~3 min

In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, vanilla sugar, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~3 min

Add the dry ingredients to the egg and sugar mixture, mixing carefully until just combined.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 6
~3 min

Add quark and lime zest to the batter and stir until well combined.

Step 7
~3 min

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.

Step 8
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9
~3 min

Let the cake cool completely in the pan before removing it.

Step 10
~3 min

Dust the cake with powdered sugar.

Step 11
~3 min

Decorate with thin lime slices.

Step 12
~3 min

Serve with whipped cream.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder.

Adjust baking time based on your oven.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made one day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Pair with fresh berries.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Raspberry sauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Popular dessert often served during celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthdays
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Birthday
Party
Holiday

Popularity Score

70/100

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