Our German Heritage Recipe Cookbook

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Kitchen Tool Discussion

On the benefits and what to look for in Hand Held Mixer.

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I picked fresh Blackberries for this but you can use store bought or frozen.

FIrst, measure out the dry ingredients in one bowl.
Second, measure out the yogurt, oil, extracts and yolks in another bowl and mix well.
Third, Mix the wet ingredients with the dry just enough till you have a nice batter. (don't overmix)

Culinary Lavender Buds	Country Time Lemonade

Whip the egg whites until stiff...

I prefer the Cuisinart Hand Held Mixer
See the discussion below on the what to look for in a hand held mixer.

Fold in the egg whites into the bowl of batter, just till its incorporated.

Prepare the 9 x 13 baking dish, grease the bottom and sides and then pour in the batter.

Go through the berries and make sure they are sweet enough, These were picked at the peak of ripeness. If not, topss with a bit of sugar to sweeten.

Place the berries one by one evenly over the cake, then top with the Streusel.

Bake at 375 degrees for abut 20 min, and then turn down the heat to 350 degrees, and bake for another 15 to 20 min. until about 205 degrees or when a toothpick comes out clean

Serve with whipped cream or ice cream.

Kitchen Tool Discussion

A handheld mixer is one of those kitchen tools that looks simple but makes a huge difference if you bake or cook often. The best one for you depends on whether you do mostly light mixing (whipped cream, cake batters) or heavy-duty work (bread doughs, thick cookie doughs). Key Features of a Good Hand Mixer Power (Wattage & Torque) Look for 200–300 watts minimum. Lower wattage may struggle with thick doughs, but higher wattage doesn’t always mean better—motor quality matters too.

Cuisinart Hand Mixer: Key Advantages

1. Power & Speed Options

• The Power Advantage Plus 9-Speed features a strong 220-220 W motor with smooth performance and a wide range of speeds. Many units even have a SmoothStart/slow-start feature to prevent splatter when mixing begins

• The HM-50 (5-Speed) also boasts a 220-W motor that handles everything from cake batter to cookie dough efficiently

2. Excellent Speed Control & Smooth Start

• The 9-Speed model offers three low-start speeds to minimize mess and splatter when blending

• CNN Underscored praised how gentle and precise the first three speeds are, especially for delicate tasks like making meringue or whipping cream

3. Attachment Variety & Smart Storage

• The Power Advantage Plus includes beaters, dough hooks, whisk, and spatula, all neatly organized in a snap-on storage case that reduces countertop clutter.

• This design makes it easy to grab everything quickly and keep everything contained

4. Ergonomics & Comfort

• The Power Advantage Plus has an ergonomic handle that offers a secure, comfortable grip during use.

• The HM-50 is praised for being compact, lightweight, and sturdy—easy to use without straining your hand

5. Durability & Reliability

• Users report that the HM-50 is reliable, lasting years even with occasional use. One user said theirs lasted a decade .

• Influenster reviews rate it as durable, easy to clean, and versatile, making it a solid everyday tool.

6. Performance (Quiet & Efficient)

• The HM-50 operates with low noise compared to other mixers of similar power

• Many reviewers highlight that both the 5-Speed and 9-Speed models mix effectively and smoothly across tasks—from whipping crème to cookie dough.

Rhabarber Blechkuchen
Rhubarb Sheet Cake

German Plum Cake