Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, vanilla sugar, and salt. Whisk them together.
- Add in the quark cheese, egg, and melted butter to the dry ingredients and mix until a cohesive dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
- Knead the dough for 5 to 8 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Dust extra flour if too sticky but avoid adding too much.
- Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
- Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into small pieces, rolling each into balls about 1 to 2 inches wide.
Cooking
- In a deep pot, heat your frying oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the quark balls in batches for about 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally.
- Remove them from the oil and let them drain on paper towels.
- While still warm, roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Notes
Quarkbällchen are best served warm. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to a month.