13 Classic German Desserts That Will Remind You of Oma’s House
Are you craving something sweet and a little different? We’ve put together a collection of German desserts that are both delightful and easy to make. These recipes bring a touch of Germany to your kitchen, offering simple steps and delicious results.
Perfect for any occasion, our selection of German treats will impress your family and friends.
Easy Bee Sting Cake
Bee Sting Cake (Bienenstich) is a light German cake recipe with a rich vanilla cream filling and topped with sugary, crunchy almonds.
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Butterkuchen
Butterkuchen (butter cake) is made with a rich blend of milk, sugar, yeast, eggs, and flour. And, of course, plenty of butter!
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German Cherry Crumble
This Cherry Coffee Cake (German: Kirschstreusel) is a deliciously moist, tender, and crumbly German dessert recipe. And a real crowd-pleaser.
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German Cheesecake
A traditional homemade German Cheesecake (German: Käsekuchen) with a deliciously rich and creamy filling baked to perfection in a buttery pastry crust.
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Strawberry Torte
Strawberry Torte (German: Erdbeertorte) is a classic German summer dessert. It consists of a light, airy, and simple-to-make sponge cake topped with pudding cream and strawberries.
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Easy German Apple Cake With Streusel
Enjoy baking this delicious German Apple Cake with a Streusel topping. An easy recipe packed with flavor and comfort.
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German Cherry Bundt Cake
This Cherry Pound Cake is simple to make, elegant to serve, and deliciously buttery, moist, and melt-in-your-mouth goodness.
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Cinnamon Twists
These homemade Cinnamon Twists (Zimtstangen) are sweet, buttery, crunchy, and just incredibly delicious. They will melt in your mouth.
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Mulled Wine Cake
German Mulled Wine Cake combines the best flavors of the holiday season in one delicious cake. Perfect to celebrate the season.
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German Lemon Sponge Cake
Light and airy, sweet and moist, this lemon-infused and glazed German Sponge Cake is incredibly delicious and also easy to make.
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German Cherry Crumble
This Cherry Coffee Cake (German: Kirschstreusel) is a deliciously moist, tender, and crumbly German dessert recipe. And a real crowd-pleaser.
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Vanillekipferl
Meet your new favorite German Cookies! Our German Vanillekipferl cookies (English: Almond Crescent Cookies) will melt in your mouth.
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Strudel Cookies
Strudel Cookies are a delicious, flaky, and crunchy treat. You’ll need just 5 simple ingredients to make these delightful pastries.
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