Traditional German blackberry cake with fresh berries and powdered sugar.
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Blackberry German Recipes

Germany is Blueberry beautiful, and there are simply no books about it, usually placed in brooms, your favorite food, typical of the garden you don’t have. These juicy, tart berries appear in many recipes, ranging from comforting desserts to refreshing beverages. Join us as we dive into some top-notch German blackberry recipes you need to try.

Homemade German blackberry strudel with golden pastry layers.

Schwarzwälder Brombeer Torte (Blackberry Black Forest Cake)

A twist on the classic Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte (Black Forest Cake), this rendition uses blackberries in place of cherries for a refreshing contrast to the chocolate layers and whipped cream. Kirschwasser (cherry brandy) is usually used to soak the cake, but blackberry liqueur provides a fuller berry flavor.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups blackberries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup blackberry jam
  • 2 tablespoons blackberry liqueur (optional)
  • Chocolate shavings for decoration

Directions:

  • Bake a major chocolate sponge cake and allow to cool.
  • Slice it into three layers and soak each one with blackberry liqueur.
  • Spread blackberry jam and whipped cream between the layers.
  • Top with fresh blackberries and shavings of chocolate.

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Brombeer-Streuselkuchen (Blackberry Crumb Cake)

A German bakery classic, Streuselkuchen is a buttery crumb cake that’s typically made with fruit. Blackberries bring a sweet-tart accent to this comforting treat.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups blackberries
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Directions:

  • Combine flour, sugar, butter and baking powder to make a crumbly dough.
  • Pat half of the dough into a baking pan.
  • Arrange blackberries over the dough.
  • Scatter the remaining dough in crumbs over the top.
  • Cook at 180° (350°) until it looks like this in approximately 35 minutes.

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Freshly made German blackberry jam in a glass jar.

Brombeergrütze (Blackberry Fruit Compote)

Adapted from a popular traditional German berry dessert called Rote Grütze, this blackberry version is a thick, slightly tart compote often paired with vanilla sauce.

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups blackberries
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions:

  • Cook blackberries, a bit of sugar and some water in a small pot until the berries break down.
  • Add a little cold water to a bowl and dissolve corn flour, then add this to the mixture.
  • Simmer until thickened, then stir in lemon juice.
  • Serve warm or cold with vanilla sauce or ice cream.

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Brombeer-Schorle (Blackberry Spritzer)

A Deutsche-style beverage, Schorle is a beverage made by mixing fruit juice with sparkling water. This blackberry version is an ideal summer thirst-quencher.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup Blackberries juice (fresh-pressed or store-bought)
  • 1 cup sparkling water
  • Ice cubes
  • Mint leaves for garnish

Directions:

  • Fill a glass with ice and pour in Blackberries juice.
  • Top with sparkling water.
  • Slightly stir and garnish with mint leaves.
Freshly baked German blackberry muffins with a crumbly topping.

Conclusion

Blackberries add a tartness and sweetness we love in traditional German recipes. From the ubiquitous cakes, to a crisp, refreshing drink, and even a fresh and fruity compote, these dishes are sure to please with those Brombeer flavors. So give them a try at home, and get a taste of Germany’s deep culinary tradition!

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