APPLE KUCHEN-THE SOUTH DAKOTA STATE DESSERT

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South Dakota adopted Kuchen as the state dessert to celebrate the rich cultural heritage and traditional foods of their German ancestors. The word originated in the 1800s, and it describes various types of coffee cakes made from a sweet dough and a wide variety of fillings.

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Categories     Fruit Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 15

CRUST
2 c flour
1/2 c sugar
1/4 t. kosher salt
1/2 t. vanilla
1/2 pound unsalted butter,cold,cut into pieces
FILLING
1 pound cream cheese, rm temp.
3/4 c sugar
1 t. vanilla
1 egg, rm. temp.
TOPPING
2 t. sugar
1 1/2 t. ground cinnamon
3 granny smith apples,peeled,cored and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • 1. Directions on how to make the crust: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Lightly grease and flour a 9×13-inch pan. Place the flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl or food processor fitted with a steel blade and mix to combine. Add the vanilla and butter, a little at a time. Press into the baking pan and bake in oven until slightly golden but not brown, about 12 to 15 minutes. Cool. Directions on how to make the filling and topping: Mix the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla in mixer (preferably with a paddle) and beat until creamy. Add the egg, mix to combine, and pour over the cooled crust Place the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl and mix to combine. Place the apples on top of the filling in two or three columns. Sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar and transfer to the oven. Bake until firm and a rich brown, about 20 minutes. Cut into 20 to 24 pieces. Mix the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla in mixer (preferably with a paddle) and beat until creamy. Add the egg, mix to combine, and pour over the cooled crust Place the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl and mix to combine. Place the apples on top of the filling in two or three columns. Sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar and transfer to the oven. Bake until firm and a rich brown, about 20 minutes. Cut into 20 to 24 pieces. - Recipe from the 2007 South Dakota Legislative Manual

Bilal khan (NiaZzi320.)
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This Apple Kuchen is delicious! The apples are tender and flavorful, and the crust is flaky and buttery. I highly recommend this recipe.


Negar Omidi
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This Apple Kuchen is so good! I made it for my family and they loved it. The crust was flaky and the apples were perfectly spiced. I will definitely be making this again.


Jm King
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This Apple Kuchen is a must-try! The combination of sweet apples, cinnamon sugar, and a buttery crust is irresistible. It's the perfect fall dessert.


Azmaan Malik
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I love this Apple Kuchen! It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion or a simple weeknight treat. The apples are perfectly tender and the crust is flaky and flavorful.


Harshana Aravinda
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This Apple Kuchen is a delicious and easy-to-make fall dessert. The apples are perfectly spiced and the crust is flaky and buttery. I highly recommend this recipe.


Hammad Jan
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This Apple Kuchen is the perfect dessert for a crowd. It's easy to make and everyone loves it. I always get rave reviews when I bring it to potlucks.


Samantha Gomez
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I'm not a big baker, but this Apple Kuchen was so easy to make. It turned out perfect and my family loved it. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sheikh Mohammad Rasel
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This was my first time making Apple Kuchen and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the kuchen was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Sultanali Sultanali
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This Apple Kuchen is so good! I love the combination of sweet apples, cinnamon sugar, and a buttery crust. It's the perfect fall dessert.


Mikaela Georgieva
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I've made this Apple Kuchen several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion. I love the way the apples caramelize in the oven.


ManuhElle
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This Apple Kuchen is a must-try! It's easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. The apples are perfectly tender and the crust is flaky and buttery. I highly recommend this recipe.


Md Gaziur
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I made this Apple Kuchen for my family and they loved it! The crust was so flaky and the apples were perfectly spiced. It's definitely a recipe I'll be making again.


Muzammil Fahad
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This Apple Kuchen is the perfect fall dessert. It's warm, comforting, and full of apple flavor. I love serving it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.


Navita Navita
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I'm not usually a fan of apple desserts, but this Apple Kuchen changed my mind. It was so good! The crust was perfectly flaky and the apples were tender and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Sunil Singh
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This recipe is a keeper! The Apple Kuchen was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious. I love the way the apples caramelize in the oven. I will definitely be making this again and again.


James Decker
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I made this Apple Kuchen for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The crust was flaky and the apples were perfectly spiced. I will definitely be making this again.


Ayomide blaq
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This Apple Kuchen is a delightful treat! The combination of sweet apples, cinnamon sugar, and a buttery crust is simply irresistible. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. Highly recommended!