Best 2 Frankfurter Kranz Cake Recipes

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Introducing the delightful Frankfurter Kranz cake, a culinary masterpiece that combines flavors and textures to create a truly unique taste experience. With its distinctive wreath-like shape and vibrant colors, this cake is not only a feast for the eyes but also a tantalizing treat for the taste buds. Originating in Germany, the Frankfurter Kranz cake has a rich history and has become a beloved dessert enjoyed worldwide. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will provide you with everything you need to know to create an impressive and delicious Frankfurter Kranz cake that will be the star of any occasion.

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FRANKFURTER KRANZ (BUTTERCREAM FILLED CAKE)



Frankfurter Kranz (Buttercream Filled Cake) image

This recipe is posted by request-please read through recipe as there are some options in flavorings.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 15

7 teaspoons butter
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1/2 lemon, rind of, grated
3/4 cup flour
1/3 cup cornstarch
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon butter
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup blanched chopped almonds or 1 cup hazelnuts
6 large egg yolks, lightly beaten-room temp
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1 1/4 cups softened butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Cream butter with sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Mix in grated lemon rind.
  • Sift flour again with cornstarch and baking powder.
  • Gradually stir in butter-egg mixture until thoroughly blended.
  • Butter and flour a cake ring mold and tap out excess flour.
  • Pour batter into pan.
  • Bake in the lower half of oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour-test with a toothpick.
  • Cool in pan on a rack.
  • Praline topping or Krokant----------------.
  • Place the butter and sugar in a fry pan over low heat, and stir constantly until the sugar is lightly browned and melted.
  • Stir in nuts and pour onto a greased or buttered flat serving plate.
  • When cold and hard, crack praline topping into small pieces.
  • Butter Cream Filling---------------.
  • Over low heat, cook sugar, water and cornstarch, stirring until dissolved.
  • Bring to a boil, and stir until mixture forms a soft ball when dropped in cold water-238°F on candy thermometer.
  • VERY slowly, stirring constantly, in a very thin stream, pour boiling hot syrup inches.
  • If you add the boiling syrup to quickly it will scramble the egg yolks-so pour in the thickness of a thread, stirring vigorously.
  • Beat until mixture cools and is smooth.
  • Cool completely.
  • Beat softened butter into the cooled creme, adding your favorite flavoring, 3 to 4 tbsp rum, arrack, kirch or fruit liquor, or 1 tbsp vanilla extract, or 2 and 1/2 oz melted and cooked semi sweet baking chocolate, or 1/2 cup ground hazelnuts.
  • Cut cake into 3 layers.
  • Spread 1 cup of buttercream filling onto bottom and middle layers, saving enough to cover outside of cake.
  • Stack layers and spread rest of filling on top and all sides.
  • Sprinkle praline topping or Korant on top and sides of cake.
  • Chill at least 24 hours before serving.

FRANKFURTER KRANZ (CAKE)



Frankfurter Kranz (Cake) image

This recipe comes from Melting Pot Potluck. It was put together to announce the arrival of a new pastor and his wife. Origin: Germany.

Provided by CJAY8248

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 1 cake, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2/3 cup butter
3/4 cup sugar
3 eggs
1/4 ounce rum extract
1 pinch salt
3/4 cup flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 teaspoons baking powder
frosting
1 (3 ounce) package vanilla pudding
1/3 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup butter
1 (3 ounce) package blanched almonds
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • For cake, cream butter, add sugar. Beat in eggs. Add rum extract. Sift dry ingredients together and add. Bake in tube pan at 300* for 30-35 minutes. Cook pudding with sugar and milk, covering surface while cooling so skin won't form. Beat pudding with butter, first cooling pudding slightly (not cold). Split cake into layers (4). Refrigerate pudding mixture until firm. Fill and frost cake. Toast almonds over low heat until brown. Crush with rolling pin. Mix with butter and sugar and sprinkle over cake.

Tips:

  • To ensure the cake's moistness, use fresh, room-temperature ingredients.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a lighter, more tender cake.
  • Gradually add the eggs to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. This will help prevent the mixture from curdling.
  • Sift the flour and baking powder together before adding them to the batter. This will help ensure that the cake is light and airy.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help ensure that the cake rises evenly.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting it. This will help prevent the frosting from sliding off the cake.
  • When making the frosting, use high-quality butter and cream cheese. This will result in a smooth, creamy frosting.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar to the frosting, beating well after each addition. This will help prevent the frosting from becoming too thick or grainy.
  • Use a piping bag or zip-top bag to apply the frosting to the cake. This will help create a smooth, even finish.

Conclusion:

Frankfurter Kranz cake is a delicious and impressive dessert that is perfect for any special occasion. With its rich, moist cake layers, creamy frosting, and festive decorations, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. By following the tips and instructions in this article, you can easily create your own Frankfurter Kranz cake at home. So next time you are looking for a show-stopping dessert, give this recipe a try!

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