German Quark Cheese Dumplings (Quarkkeulchen) with Fruit Compote

These sweet Quarkkeulchen, made with quark cheese, potatoes, and flour, are a delightful German treat. Served with a homemade fruit compote, they're perfect for dessert or a special brunch.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

495

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£1.53

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Ingredients

Servings

250gQuark cheese(Full-fat quark is best for flavor.)

£1.50

200gPotatoes(Cooked and mashed (floury potatoes are preferred))

£0.20

80gAll-purpose flour(Plus extra for dusting)

£0.05

1Egg

£0.30

30gSugar(Granulated)

£0.03

1tspVanilla extract

£0.15

1tspLemon zest(From about half a lemon)

£0.05

30gButter(For frying)

£0.25

1tbspVegetable oil(For frying)

£0.02

300gMixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)(Fresh or frozen)

£3.50

2tbspSugar(For compote)

£0.03

1tbspLemon juice(For compote)

£0.05

Total Cost

£6.13

£1.53 per serving

The Method

1
**Prepare the Potato Mash:** Cook the potatoes until soft. Drain and mash thoroughly using a potato ricer or masher until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
2
**Make the Quarkkeulchen Dough:** In a large bowl, combine the quark cheese, mashed potatoes, flour, egg, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
3
**Form the Dumplings:** Lightly flour a work surface. Take a spoonful of the dough and gently shape it into a round or oval dumpling, about 2-3 inches in size. The dough will be sticky, so keep your hands and the work surface lightly floured.
4
**Fry the Dumplings:** Heat the butter and vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Fry the Quarkkeulchen in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan.
5
**Make the Fruit Compote:** While the dumplings are frying, prepare the fruit compote. In a saucepan, combine the mixed berries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the berries have softened and the sauce has thickened slightly (about 5-7 minutes). If using frozen berries, it may take a bit longer.
6
**Serve:** Serve the Quarkkeulchen warm, topped with the fruit compote. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (225g)

495 kcal / 2071 kJ

Carbs

57g

22% of RDA

Fat

22g

31% of RDA

Protein

19g

38% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

5 g

17% of RDA

Sugar

28 g

31% of RDA

Sodium

145 mg

6% of RDA

Saturated Fat

13 g

65% of RDA

Chef's Tips

If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time, until it becomes manageable.

Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the dumplings. This will lower the oil temperature and result in greasy Quarkkeulchen.

For a richer flavor, use browned butter to fry the dumplings.

The fruit compote can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to use. Reheat gently before serving.

You can use other fruits in the compote, such as apples, pears, or plums, depending on the season.

Cooking Equipment

Large bowl

Potato ricer or masher

Large frying pan

Spatula

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Chef's Tips

If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time, until it becomes manageable.

Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the dumplings. This will lower the oil temperature and result in greasy Quarkkeulchen.

For a richer flavor, use browned butter to fry the dumplings.

The fruit compote can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to use. Reheat gently before serving.

You can use other fruits in the compote, such as apples, pears, or plums, depending on the season.

German Quark Cheese Dumplings (Quarkkeulchen) with Fruit Compote

Ingredients

The Method