I just found quark in my Whole Foods so I can look for my old German cheesecake recipes. I do remember having large cracks making these 3" deep cakes before not only with quark, but also ricotta and cream cheese. What are the sure ways to avoid this problem in the first place? Usually I camoflage the cracks with a fruit preserve or cream topping. Thanks.
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This help with minamizing shrinkage of the product, or so I've been told. I was told this by a very talented baker and it worked for me but it's been awhile. Food for thought.
You don't need anything fancy. Just place your cake in a roasting pan and fill with about an half inch of water. Depending on the diameter of the cake you're making, you may have to add a bit of water.
Good luck!