Kirschenmichel: Cherry pudding.
Kirschenmichel, also known as cherry pudding, is a traditional German dessert that resembles a bread pudding with a juicy cherry twist. It's made by combining day-old bread or rolls with eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, and a generous helping of cherries to create a sweet and satisfying treat. The mixture is baked until it's set and golden on top. It's often enjoyed with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream on top. This hearty and comforting dessert is a great way to use up leftover bread and can be served either warm or cold.
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Black Forest Cherry Bread Pudding, a delightful twist on a traditional dessert. Inspired by NatuerlichLecker’s culinary creativity, this recipe is perfect for those who fancy a sumptuous treat that combines the tartness of cherries with the sweet comfort of bread pudding. Whether it's for a family gathering or a simple personal treat, this dessert will surely please your palate.
Ingredients:
- Stale bread rolls (Brötchen), cut into cubes
- Fresh cherries, pitted (or use thawed frozen cherries if not in season)
- Lukewarm milk, enough to soak the bread cubes
- Eggs, separated
- Granulated sugar
- Vanilla sugar
- Lemon zest
- Unsalted butter or margarine, softened
- A pinch of salt
- Additional butter, for butter flakes
- Optional: Cinnamon for garnish
- Optional: Slivered almonds for garnish
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
Servings: Serves 4
Equipment:
- 1 Baking dish
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Sieve (if using frozen cherries)
- Oven
Cooking Instructions:
1. Start by preheating your oven to 200°C (approximately 390°F).
2. Soak the bread cube pieces in lukewarm milk in a mixing bowl until they are soft and have absorbed most of the liquid. This should take about 10 minutes.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
4. In another mixing bowl, cream the egg yolks with granulated sugar, vanilla sugar, and lemon zest until the mixture becomes fluffy and pale.
5. Incorporate the softened butter or margarine into the egg yolk mixture until it's well combined.
6. Gently fold in the bread cubes into the egg yolk mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
7. Add the cherries to this mixture, along with any juices if using thawed frozen cherries, and carefully fold everything together.
8. Finally, delicately fold in the beaten egg whites.
9. Transfer the mixture into a buttered baking dish. For a crunchier top, sprinkle some slivered almonds over the mixture and dot with butter flakes. Optionally, you can also sprinkle a bit of cinnamon for added flavor.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set.
11. Allow it to cool slightly before serving, then enjoy your delicious Black Forest Cherry Bread Pudding!
Cooking Tips:
- For an even more intense cherry flavor, consider adding a splash of kirsch (cherry schnapps) to the mixture.
- If using frozen cherries, make sure to allow them to thaw and drain well to prevent the pudding from becoming too watery.
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This recipe has been adapted from a NatuerlichLecker video. Check out their amazing cooking content for more delicious recipes at https://www.youtube.com/@NatuerlichLecker
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