Kaltschale Recipe - Chilled Fruit Soup for Hot Days (2024)

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When I was growing up in Southern California, my mother would make a wonderful “beat the heat” meal…Chilled Fruit Soup also known as Kaltschale. This wasn’t dessert… it was the meal. And so refreshing. The past few days we’ve experienced a heat wave in my part of the world, and started craving this cold and satisfying meal. After digging through recipes for a few hours, I discovered that there is not one single Kaltschale Recipe. Everyone makes it slightly different depending on 1) how their Oma made it, and 2) what fruits they have on hand, and 3) whatever thickening agents they had in the pantry. My Mother made it differently depending on the season and what fruits she had. Sometimes there were apricots, sometimes apple, often cherries, and sometimes raisins (I hated the raisins!).

Kaltschale Recipe

I ended up making a Berry and Cherry Fruit Soup by taking bits and pieces from a few different recipes (and because I had berries), and my people really enjoyed it.

One thing about German Fruit Soup or Kaltschale, like German Cakes, it’s not super sweet (in fact, my older daughter suggested that next time I add Rhubarb to give it more bite. I used Lemon Juice, and not too much sugar. It’s not sour, but also not fruit topping sweet.

This recipe uses Tapioca as a thickener... mostly because my younger daughter loves Bubble Tea, and I thought I could convince to try if there were Tapioca balls inside. She ate a whole bowl with gusto. You can thicken with tapioca or corn starch… or even puree half of the fruit with a stick blender.

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Fresh fruit is good, frozen fruit works well (I had a bag of frozen berries from Costco, and another bag of frozen pitted cherries from a different project) This is your chance to be creative. Use what fruit you have (except bananas…bananas are yucky).

Cook it up in the morning, then set the soup in the refrigerator to cool all day. Dinner is done.

Serve Chilled Fruit Soup

Serve Chilled fruit soup alone, or with some Vanilla Yogurt or Vanilla Sauce… maybe sprinkle on some toasted nuts. Kaltschale is a light and refreshing meal for those hot summer days.

(OK, yes, I realize that for many people, the thought of a cold fruit soup for dinner just isn’t enough. Maybe serve Schnitten or a Salad along with it… or some cheese and bread. Or just serve it for dessert)

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Kaltschale Recipe - Cold Berry Fruit Soup

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Prep Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine German

Ingredients

  • 8 Cup Water
  • 3 Tbl. Tapioca pearls if you like it thicker, go up to 1/3 cup
  • 1/2 cup Sugar you may need to add more, depending on how sweet/ripe the fruit is
  • 2 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1 Cinnamon Stick
  • 7 cups mixed Berries/ Cherries you can add chopped apples, apricot halves, raisins etc (I did notice that frozen berries are less sweet! Taste and add sugar if needed.)
  • 1-2 Tbl. Lemon Juice

Instructions

  • In a soup pot... combine water, sugar, vanilla extract (or split vanilla Bean), cinnamon stick and Tapioca pearls. Bring it to a boil over medium heat.

  • When it begins to boil, lower the heat to the lowest temperature.

  • Cook for 20 minutes, while stirring (if you don't stir, it can burn or get stuck to the bottom). The Tapioca will thicken.

  • (If you choose to work with cornstarch instead of Tapioca... Bring water/sugar/spices to a boil,. Combine 2 TBL corn starch with 1/3 cup cold water... stir into the boiling sugar water. Let cook 20 minutes.)

  • Add fruit to the simmering liquid.

  • Raise the heat, and bring back to a boil.

  • Simmer for another 5 to 10 minutes (longer if your fruit was frozen).

  • Add lemon juice.

  • Taste.

  • Sweeten if needed.

  • Let the soup cool, then store in the refrigerator until cold.

Notes

You will need to chill the soup for several hours to serve it cold. Best to make it in the morning, and store it in the refrigerator all day.

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FAQs

How long does fruit soup last in the fridge? ›

Fruit soup can be easily turned into a fruit sauce for pouring over ice cream. Cook as per instructions, but use about 40 % less water and a little less sugar. You can enjoy this soup either warm or chilled. Keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.

Which soup can be served hot or cold depending on the recipe where dried fruits are used like raisins and prunes? ›

Fruit Soup Can be served hot or cold depending on the recipe where dried fruits are used like raisins and prunes. Fruit soup may include milk, sweet or savory dumplings, spices or alcoholic beverages like brandy and champagne.

What country does fruit soup come from? ›

Swedish fruit soup is a food staple in Scandinavian countries, and has been prepared from dried fruit during winter months. Consumption of cold fruit soups is also a tradition in the cuisine of Scandinavia.

Can I eat soup that has been in the fridge for 5 days? ›

Leftovers can be kept for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator. After that, the risk of food poisoning goes up. If you don't think you'll be able to eat leftovers within four days, freeze them right away. Frozen leftovers will stay safe for a long time.

Can you eat homemade soup after 7 days? ›

A general rule of thumb is that soup can be stored in the refrigerator for about three days, but you should always taste your dish before deciding to reheat. A clear, vegetable-based soup with some acidity, such as tomatoes, may last longer. Chicken soup usually lasts three to five days.

How to thicken fruit soup? ›

Add Flour Or Cornstarch

You can thicken soup by adding flour, cornstarch, or another starchy substitute. For the best results, never add flour or cornstarch directly to your soup. If you do, it will clump up on top. Instead, ladle a small amount of broth into a separate bowl and let it cool.

Which country has best soup? ›

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  • Pho (Vietnam) ...
  • Tom Yam (Thailand) ...
  • Harira (Morocco)
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What are cold soups called? ›

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Can soup last 10 days in the fridge? ›

Like other leftover foods, homemade soup can safely be stored in the fridge for three to four days, per standard guidance from the USDA. This includes soups and stews that contain fish, meat, and poultry.

How long does homemade split pea soup last in the fridge? ›

Split pea soup can be kept refrigerated for about a week, or frozen for up to three months. To freeze, cool the soup completely, then transfer to freezer containers or bags. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, or gently warm the frozen soup in a saucepan over low heat on the stove top.

How can you tell if soup has gone bad? ›

Check the smell: If the soup smells sour or has an off-putting odor, it's a sign that bacteria has started to grow and it's no longer safe to eat. Look for mold: If you see any mold growing on the surface of the soup, it's definitely time to throw it out.

How long is pureed soup good for? ›

How long do PUREe Soups last? Soups that are frozen generally last for 6 months. We recommend you enjoy them within the six month period. Once defrosted the soups should be consumed within one week.

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