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Grandma's Quark Cheesecake with Mandarin
A fluffy, old‑fashioned German quark cheesecake inspired by a grandmother’s recipe. A buttery crust holds a light, airy filling made with low‑fat quark, whipped cream, and a hint of lemon, topped with sweet mandarin slices. Perfect for a family dessert or special occasion.
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Critical Success Points
- • Creating a homogeneous crust dough without over‑mixing.
- • Folding the whipped cream into the filling gently to keep it airy.
- • Lining the springform pan edge with dough for a neat finish.
- • Baking exactly 60 minutes at 180 °C and allowing gradual cooling to avoid cracks.
Safety Warnings
- • Handle the hot oven and pan with oven mitts to avoid burns.
- • Whipping cream can splatter; keep the mixer speed moderate.
- • When using a knife, cut away from your body.
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