Description
Knuspriger Mürbeteig trifft auf saftige, säuerliche Johannisbeeren, sanft gebettet unter einer goldenen, karamellisierten Mandelhaube – ein harmonisches Zusammenspiel aus zarter Süße, feiner Säure und knackigem Biss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250 g Mehl
- 125 g Butter
- 65 g Zucker
- 2 Eigelb (für den Teig)
- 1 EL Rum (optional)
- 1 TL Backpulver
- 1 Prise Salz (für den Teig)
- 2 Eigelb (für Zwischenlage)
- 3 EL Semmelbrösel
- 50 g Mandeln, gemahlen (für Zwischenlage)
- 1 EL Rohrohrzucker (für Zwischenlage)
- 4 Eiweiß
- 1 Prise Salz (für das Eiweiß)
- 125 g Rohrohrzucker (für Baiser)
- 500 g Johannisbeeren
- 150 g Mandeln, gemahlen (für Baiser)
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the shortcrust pastry (Mürbeteig): In a large mixing bowl, combine 250 g flour, 125 g cold butter (cut into small cubes), 65 g sugar, 2 egg yolks, 1 tablespoon rum (if using), 1 teaspoon baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Using your hands or a pastry cutter, knead the ingredients together until you have a smooth, homogeneous dough. Make sure not to overwork the dough to keep it tender.
- Grease a 26 cm springform pan with butter or baking spray. Press the prepared shortcrust pastry evenly into the bottom and about 2-3 cm up the sides of the pan. Prick the base several times with a fork to prevent bubbling.
- Prepare the layer between the dough and the topping: Lightly beat 2 egg yolks in a small bowl. Using a pastry brush, evenly spread the beaten egg yolks over the surface of the dough.
- In another bowl, mix together 3 tablespoons of breadcrumbs, 50 g ground almonds, and 1 tablespoon raw cane sugar. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the egg yolk-coated dough base. This layer helps absorb juices from the fruit and adds extra flavor.
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) top/bottom heat. Place the pan on the middle rack and pre-bake the dough for 15 minutes. This step ensures the base stays crisp and does not become soggy.
- While the base is baking, prepare the almond meringue topping: In a clean, grease-free bowl, beat 4 egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form. Gradually add 125 g raw cane sugar, continuing to beat until the mixture is glossy and firm.
- Gently fold in 500 g cleaned and destemmed red currants and 150 g ground almonds into the meringue mixture. Take care to fold gently so the meringue remains airy.
- After the dough base has pre-baked, remove the pan from the oven. Evenly spread the currant-almond meringue mixture over the pre-baked base, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Return the cake to the oven and bake for an additional 30 minutes at 180°C (356°F), or until the topping is lightly golden and set.
- Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, carefully run a knife around the edge and release the springform. Transfer the cake to a serving platter. Serve plain or with a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
For best results, use fresh, ripe red currants and ensure the egg whites are beaten in a grease-free bowl for maximum volume. The layer of breadcrumbs and ground almonds between the base and topping helps prevent a soggy crust. The cake is best enjoyed on the day it is made, as the meringue topping is at its crispest. You can substitute black currants or a mix of berries if desired.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Kuchen Rezepte
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 Portionen
- Calories: 400-500
- Sugar: 38-53g
- Sodium: 180-300mg
- Fat: 20-30g
- Saturated Fat: 11-15g
- Carbohydrates: 55-70g
- Fiber: 1-3g
- Protein: 4-8g
- Cholesterol: 60-120mg