German Fruit Flan Obsttorte (Print-Friendly Format)
Soft sponge base topped with creamy vanilla custard and fresh berries—ideal for gatherings or coffee breaks.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Sponge Cake Base
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3 large eggs
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100 grams granulated sugar
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60 grams all-purpose flour
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30 grams cornstarch
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1 teaspoon baking powder
→ Vanilla Custard
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480 millilitres whole milk
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3 large egg yolks
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67 grams granulated sugar
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12 grams cornstarch
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Fruit Topping
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150 grams strawberries, sliced
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80 grams blueberries
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60 grams raspberries
→ Fruit Glaze
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13 grams granulated sugar
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3 grams cornstarch
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120 millilitres water
# How to Make It:
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Preheat the oven to 175°C. Grease a 23-centimetre flan pan and dust lightly with flour. In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale and increased in volume. Gently fold in flour, cornstarch, and baking powder until just combined. Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.
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In a saucepan, heat milk until just below boiling. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth. Slowly whisk the hot milk into the egg yolk mixture. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Allow custard to cool slightly before use.
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Pour or spread the cooled custard evenly over the completely cooled sponge base. Arrange sliced strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries harmoniously atop the custard layer.
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Combine sugar and cornstarch in a small saucepan. Gradually stir in water until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the glaze becomes clear and slightly thickened. Remove from heat and let cool briefly. Using a pastry brush, gently coat the fruits with an even layer of glaze.
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Refrigerate the assembled flan for at least 1 hour before slicing to ensure proper setting.
# Additional Information:
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Allow the sponge base to cool thoroughly before adding the custard for a crispier texture.
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Cool the custard slightly before assembling to prevent fruits from sinking.