German desserts

Grafschafter Goldsaft: A Traditional German Sugar Beet Spre

Grafschafter Goldsaft: A Traditional German Sugar Beet Spre

If you are used to honey, jam, peanut butter or chocolate spread on your breakfast bread, Grafschafter Goldsaft may look rather unusual at first. In Germany, however, sugar beet syrup has long been known as a simple and distinctive bread spread, especially in the Rhineland. Grafschafter Goldsaft is a traditional German sugar beet spread from…

5 Popular Desserts in Germany

5 Popular Desserts in Germany

When Americans think about German desserts, Black Forest cake is often the first thing that comes to mind. And honestly, I understand why. I love a good slice of Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte, especially when there is a good cup of coffee alongside it. German desserts range from elaborate cakes and pastries to simple regional fruit desserts…

Kaffee und Kuchen: A Beloved German Tradition

Kaffee und Kuchen: A Beloved German Tradition

There are plenty of German food traditions built around hearty meals, regional specialties, and seasonal dishes. But one of the nicest is much simpler: Kaffee und Kuchen, literally “coffee and cake.” It is a familiar German custom of sitting down in the afternoon with a cup of coffee and something sweet to eat. Sometimes it…

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