Chifa-inspired Butterkuchen

Ingredients

In this Chifa-inspired version of Butterkuchen, we incorporate Peruvian flavors to give the traditional German cake a unique twist. Instead of the traditional fruit toppings, we use caramelized pineapple, which adds a tropical sweetness to the cake. Additionally, we sprinkle cinnamon over the pineapple to enhance the flavor profile and create a fusion of German and Chifa cuisines. We alse have the original recipe for Butterkuchen, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup (120ml) milk 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
• 1 small pineapple, peeled and sliced 1 small pineapple, peeled and sliced
• 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 7g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 49g, 28g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.3g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a rectangular baking dish.
2. 2.
   In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder.
3. 3.
   Add the softened butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. 4.
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, and milk.
5. 5.
   Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
6. 6.
   Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
7. 7.
   Arrange the pineapple slices on top of the batter.
8. 8.
   In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture over the pineapple.
9. 9.
   Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. 10.
    Remove from the oven and let it cool before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Pineapple — Make sure to slice the pineapple thinly and evenly to ensure even caramelization and distribution on the cake.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra touch of Peruvian flavor, you can sprinkle some powdered lucuma (a Peruvian fruit) over the cake before serving.
• If you prefer a more caramelized pineapple topping, you can broil the cake for a couple of minutes after baking to achieve a slightly charred effect.

Serving advice

Serve the Chifa-inspired Butterkuchen warm or at room temperature. It pairs well with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, dust the cake with powdered sugar before serving. You can also garnish it with a sprig of fresh mint or a slice of caramelized pineapple.