Best 4 Sauerkraut Brownie Cake Recipes

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Sauerkraut brownie cake is a unique and delectable dessert that combines the tangy flavor of sauerkraut with the rich, chocolatey goodness of brownies. This unexpected pairing creates a surprisingly harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. While the concept of incorporating sauerkraut into a dessert may seem unusual at first, the result is a moist, tender cake with a delightful tang that perfectly complements the sweetness of the chocolate. So, if you're looking for a new and exciting dessert to impress your friends and family, give sauerkraut brownie cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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SAUERKRAUT BROWNIE CAKE



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A rich, frosted brownie cake hits the spot anytime! Sauerkraut is what makes this cake so moist and tangy. Sometimes I like to substitute coconut for the nuts for a change of pace.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup butter
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1-1/4 cups sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup sauerkraut, rinsed, drained and finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
CHOCOLATE GLAZE:
1/4 cup butter
2 to 3 tablespoons whole milk
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt butter and chocolate over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from the heat; place it in a large bowl along with sugar, vanilla and eggs. Beat well. , Combine dry ingredients; stir in to batter until well blended. Stir in sauerkraut and nuts. Spread into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. , Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until cake tests done. Cool before frosting. , For glaze, bring first four ingredients to boil in a heavy saucepan. Boil for 3 minutes; do not stir. Remove from the heat; immediately stir in nuts, sugar and vanilla. Pour hot glaze onto center of cake and spread to edges. Cool before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 calories, Fat 28g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 428mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (46g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

SAUERKRAUT CAKE



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Make and share this Sauerkraut Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by derf_diggler

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 16

2/3 cup margarine
1 1/2 cups sugar
3 eggs
2 1/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup cocoa
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
1 tablespoon vanilla
2/3 cup sauerkraut, well drained and finely chopped
1/2 cup margarine
6 ounces Philadelphia Cream Cheese
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Cake:.
  • Cream margarine and sugar well.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating well.
  • Sift dry ingredients.
  • Add to the first mixture alternating with the cup of water.
  • Add vanilla.
  • When well mixed, add sauerkraut.
  • Bake at 350 degrees fahrenheit in desired pan.
  • Frosting:.
  • Mix ingredients well.
  • Spread over cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 6276.4, Fat 298.2, SaturatedFat 84.6, Cholesterol 821.6, Sodium 6635.1, Carbohydrate 863.8, Fiber 31.4, Sugar 600.7, Protein 76.7

CHOCOLATE SAUERKRAUT CAKE II



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A delicious chocolate cake with an ingredient best kept secret.

Provided by Jane Hammer

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     German

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

¾ cup drained and chopped sauerkraut
1 ½ cups buttermilk
⅔ cup butter
1 ¾ cups packed light brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 eggs
⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Sift cocoa, flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt together and set aside. In a separate small bowl, combine buttermilk with sauerkraut and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter, brown sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy. Add eggs and beat in. Add flour mixture alternately with sauerkraut mixture. Beat only until blended.
  • Pour batter into 9x13 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 45 minutes, or until toothpick inserted into cake comes out clean. Cool cake and frost with your favorite chocolate frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 29.7 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 16.5 g

GERMAN CHOCOLATE SAUERKRAUT CAKE



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The sauerkraut cannot be tasted; you think you're eating coconut!

Provided by Janice

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Chocolate Cake Recipes     German Chocolate Cake

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

⅔ cup butter
1 ⅓ cups white sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 ¼ cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
¾ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ¼ cups water
⅔ cup drained and chopped sauerkraut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 8-inch pans, round or square.
  • Thoroughly cream together butter and sugar. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
  • Sift together cocoa, flour, baking powder, soda, and salt, and add alternately with water to egg mixture. Stir in the sauerkraut. Pour batter into prepared pans.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes or until a wooden pick comes out clean. Frost with your favorite chocolate or white frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.5 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Cholesterol 73.6 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 311.3 mg, Sugar 22.6 g

Tips:

- To achieve the perfect texture and flavor, it's crucial to use high-quality chocolate. Opt for a bittersweet or semisweet chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 60%. - For a fudgier brownie, reduce the amount of flour to 1 cup and increase the butter to 1 cup. - If you desire a cakier brownie, increase the flour to 1 1/4 cups and reduce the butter to 1/2 cup. - Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can lead to a tough, dense brownie. Mix until the ingredients are just combined. - Bake the brownies until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached. Overbaking will result in dry, crumbly brownies. - Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting and serving. This will help them to set and achieve their full flavor. - For a unique twist, try adding chopped nuts, dried fruit, or even bacon to the batter. - Store the brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Conclusion:

Sauerkraut brownie cake is a unique and delicious dessert that combines the tangy flavor of sauerkraut with the rich, chocolatey goodness of brownies. It's a creative and unexpected combination that is sure to surprise and delight your taste buds. Whether you're looking for a fun and festive dessert for a party or a special treat to enjoy at home, sauerkraut brownie cake is sure to be a hit. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to experience this culinary masterpiece.

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