Käse-Sahne-Torte

Ingredients

• 16 oz quark
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons powdered gelatin
• 4 tablespoons cold water
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 9 oz digestive biscuits
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 cup fresh berries
• 2 tablespoons mint leaves

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing it lightly.

2. 2

   Crush the digestive biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a zip-top bag and rolling over them with a rolling pin.

3. 3

   Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Once melted, combine the biscuit crumbs with the melted butter until fully mixed.

4. 4

   Press the biscuit mixture into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to create an even base. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, sprinkle the powdered gelatin over the cold water and let it bloom for about 5 minutes.

6. 6

   In a large bowl, mix the quark, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.

7. 7

   Heat the bloomed gelatin in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds until fully dissolved, then stir it into the quark mixture.

8. 8

   In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the quark mixture until well combined.

9. 9

   Pour the quark mixture over the cooled biscuit base in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

10. 10

    Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours, or until set.

11. 11

    Once set, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan. Garnish the top with fresh berries and mint leaves before serving.

12. 12

    Slice the Käse-Sahne-Torte and serve chilled. Enjoy your delicious German cheesecake!