Crumb-topped quark bars with sour cream: A quick and creamy dessert for afternoon coffee

Name: Crumb-topped quark bars with sour cream: A quick and creamy dessert for afternoon coffee
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 200 g Hera (or another vegetable shortening for baking); 150 g powdered sugar; 300 g all-purpose flour; 1 packet of baking powder; 3 tablespoons cocoa; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; 500 g quark (in a tub); 1 container sour cream (180–200 g); 1 packet vanilla pudding powder; 100 g powdered sugar

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Easy to prepare
12 portions
15 minutes

Jan, 21. 12. 2025

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Crumb-topped quark bars with sour cream are among the most popular homemade desserts. Their preparation is very simple and the result will surprise you with its moistness, tenderness and perfectly balanced flavor. The sweet streusel, creamy quark layer and a subtle hint of cinnamon and cocoa create a combination that’s irresistible. This dessert is ideal with coffee, for a weekend gathering with family, or as a treat for guests.

For 12 portions

Ingredients

For the dough (streusel):

200 g Hera (or another vegetable shortening for baking)
150 g powdered sugar
300 g all-purpose flour
1 packet of baking powder
3 tablespoons cocoa
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the filling:

500 g quark (in a tub)
1 container sour cream (180–200 g)
1 packet vanilla pudding powder
100 g powdered sugar

Preparation procedure

Prepare the dough: In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, cocoa and cinnamon. Add the softened Hera cut into pieces and use your hands to create a crumbly streusel. Evenly sprinkle half of the streusel onto the bottom of a baking tray lined with parchment paper (size approx. 30 × 20 cm).
Quark filling: In another bowl, mix the quark, sour cream, sugar and vanilla pudding powder. Whip everything into a smooth cream, which is then spread evenly over the layer of streusel.
Finish with the second layer: Sprinkle the remaining streusel over the surface of the quark filling. Try to spread it evenly across the whole surface.
Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 170 °C for about 30 minutes, until the streusel turns golden and the filling sets.
Finale: After baking, let the cake cool completely and then, if desired, dust it with powdered sugar.

⏱️ Total preparation time:

15 minutes prep + 30 minutes baking

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Number of servings:

12–15 servings

🧁 Conclusion

Crumb-topped quark bars with sour cream are a dessert that impresses with its simplicity yet utterly delightful taste. They are great for everyday tea as well as for more festive occasions. Try this recipe and see that even ordinary ingredients can create an exceptional bake that the whole family will love.