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Category: Coffee & Cake

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29 September
Photo: Lila la Loop Buttercream. Buttercream is more than just a sweet filling and cake covering – it's a classic in haute cake art and the heart of many baking dreams. In this article, you'll learn all about its origins, variations, preparation tips, and even why buttercream unfolds its very own charm on the Baldeneysee. A classic of confectionery art. When butter on [...] Read More
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29 September
Photo: Lila la Loop Sponge Cake – Magic Dough for Sweet Dreams Airy, delicate, and feather-light – sponge cake dough is the diva among basic doughs. It requires a delicate touch, a little patience, and perfect timing, but those who master it open the door to a world of sweet possibilities. Whether as a base for fruity tarts, elegant roulades, or festive [...] Read More
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September 26
Photo: Lila la Loop A summery cake without baking. Exotic indulgence meets local pride: This pineapple-coconut cake is a tropical highlight with a Ruhr area flair. Sunshine on your tongue, a holiday feeling in your mind – this pineapple-coconut cake is more than just a summer cake and dessert. It's a culinary mini-trip to the tropics, wrapped in a light and creamy coconut filling and fruity pineapple. [... ] Read More
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September 26
Photo: Lila la Loop Chai Pavlova – Clouds of meringue with a touch of the exotic. Imagine biting into a cloud – crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, like a sweet kiss. The Pavlova, also known as Pawlowa, named after the Russian prima ballerina Anna Pavlova, is a dessert as light-footed as her dancing on tiptoe. Originally from [...] Read More
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September 24
Photo: Lila la Loop Greek Semolina Cake – A Culinary Bridge The Greek semolina cake, also known as "Revani" or "Ravani," is a traditional dessert originating in Ottoman cuisine and now proudly served in many regions of Greece. Moist, aromatic, and with a hint of citrus freshness, this cake combines Mediterranean lightness with down-to-earth [...] Read More
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September 24
Photo: Lila la Loop Frankfurter Kranz – the classic and delicious variations. The Frankfurter Kranz is far more than a classic cake – it is a culinary monument that uniquely combines history, symbolism, and taste. Inspired by Frankfurt's role as the coronation city of German emperors, the ring-shaped cake with its golden praline crust and [...] Read More
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23 September
Photo: Lila la Loop Belgian waffles – light and airy. When the aroma of freshly baked waffles wafts through the kitchen, it becomes cozy – and that's exactly what we love in the Ruhr area. Belgian waffles, with their golden-brown crust and fluffy interior, are no longer just a highlight at Brussels markets, but have also gained their [...] Read More
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23 September
Photo: Lila la Loop Donut – originally doughnuts – origin of the trendy pastry. Donuts are more than just sweet pastries – they are small, golden-brown circles with a long history, and their enjoyment is still appreciated by many today. Whether decorated with icing, chocolate, or colorful sprinkles, they attract attention not only at Baldeneysee, but worldwide [...] Read More
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23 September
Photo: Lila la Loop Churros with toffee sauce – crispy and caramelized. Crispy, golden brown, and irresistibly sweet – churros are no longer confined to Spanish streets. Even in the heart of the Ruhr region, where pithead towers once dominated the landscape, these deep-fried dough sticks have found their place – as a sweet reminder of faraway places and [...] Read More
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23 September
Photo: Lila la Loop Cake Pops – Small Balls, Big Impact. Sometimes it's the little things that make the biggest impression – and cake pops are sweet proof of that. These charming mini cakes on a stick are not only a real eye-catcher on any coffee table, but also a creative baking treat for all ages. Whether as [...] Read More