Black people love to indulge in sweets, and what better way to satisfy our cravings than with some delicious and fluffy Amerikaner! Whether it’s for Fasching, Karneval or just a rainy day, these mini treats always hit the spot. So, get ready to bake some of the best Amerikaner you’ve ever tasted with the help of our easy-to-follow recipe! First up, let’s take a look at our Amerikaner Schwarz-Weiß. This classic variation of the Amerikaner is the perfect combination of vanilla and chocolate flavors. To get started, you’ll need: - 250g flour - 3 tsp baking powder - 150g sugar - 1 tsp vanilla extract - 2 eggs - 100ml milk - 100g butter, melted - 2 tbsp cocoa powder - 100g white chocolate Begin by preheating your oven to 180°C and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and sugar. Add in the vanilla extract, eggs, milk and butter and mix until a smooth dough forms. Divide the dough in half, and to one half, add the cocoa powder and mix well. Roll out both doughs into 2cm thick cylinders and place them side by side. Cut slices from the cylinders and flatten them slightly into the classic Amerikaner shape. Place them on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. While the Amerikaner are baking, melt the white chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave. Once the Amerikaner are done, let them cool for a few minutes before spreading the melted chocolate on top of the vanilla ones. Next, let’s take a look at a classic recipe for Mini-Amerikaner! To make these, you’ll need: - 220g flour - 2 tsp baking powder - 1 pinch of salt - 150g sugar - 1 egg - 60g melted butter - 120ml milk - Zest of 1/2 lemon - Powdered sugar for decoration Start by preheating your oven to 180°C and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Add in the egg, melted butter, milk and lemon zest and mix until a smooth dough forms. Spoon the dough into a piping bag fitted with a large round tip and pipe circles onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let the Mini-Amerikaner cool down and dust with powdered sugar before serving. Last but not least, we’ve got our super easy and quick recipe for Schnelle Amerikaner! To make these, you’ll need: - 300g flour - 2 tsp baking powder - 1 pinch of salt - 150g sugar - 2 eggs - 150ml milk - 100g melted butter - Powdered sugar for decoration Preheat your oven to 180°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Add in the eggs, milk and melted butter and mix until smooth. Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet using a tablespoon or cookie scoop. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden. Once done, dust with powdered sugar and enjoy! So, there you have it - three delicious recipes for the beloved Amerikaner. Whether you’re in the mood for classic Schwarz-Weiß, cute little Minis or a quick and easy version, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t forget to share with your friends and family - they’ll love you for it!
