Streuselkuchen (German Crumb Cake) vs Gypsy Tart
See how these two dishes stack up, ingredient by ingredient.
Streuselkuchen relies on a yeasted base brightened by lemon zest, creating a fluffy texture contrasted by a buttery, crunchy crumb topping. In contrast, Gypsy Tart focuses on an intense, caramelized sweetness, utilizing evaporated sugar and brown sugar to achieve a dense, mousse-like consistency within a crisp pastry shell. While both utilize butter, eggs, and sugar, Streuselkuchen celebrates a light, aromatic balance, whereas Gypsy Tart prioritizes a deep, concentrated richness that defines its unique flavor profile.
Prep time, calories & servings
Streuselkuchen (German Crumb Cake)
⏱ 30 min
A relaxed effort
🔥 420 kcal
Hearty helping
🍽 12 servings
Feeds a crowd
Gypsy Tart
⏱ 90 min
A recipe worth the effort
🔥 400 kcal
Nicely balanced
🍽 8 servings
Feeds a crowd
What they have in common
Sugar
Caster sugar
Butter
Butter
Egg
Egg
What's different
Only in Streuselkuchen (German Crumb Cake)
- Milk
- Lemon zest
Only in Gypsy Tart
- Evaporated milk
- Dark brown sugar

