6 Irresistible German Desserts and Pastries

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Black Forest Cake (Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte): A rich chocolate cake layered with cherries and whipped cream

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Apfelstrudel: Thin layers of pastry filled with spiced apples, raisins, and cinnamon, often served warm with vanilla sauce

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Bienenstich (Bee Sting Cake): A yeasted cake filled with custard or buttercream and topped with caramelized almonds.

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Rote Grütze: A fruit compote made from red berries such as strawberries, raspberries, and cherries

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Stollen: A fruitcake with dried fruits, nuts, and spices, coated with powdered sugar, traditionally eaten during Christmas.

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Erdbeerkuchen (Strawberry Cake): A light sponge or shortcrust pastry topped with fresh strawberries and often a layer of custard 

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Windbeutel: Light, airy choux pastry filled with whipped cream, custard, or fruit preserves.

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Käsekuchen (German Cheesecake): A creamy cheesecake made with quark (a type of fresh cheese), often flavored with lemon zest