German Cheesecake
Käsekuchen
Light and creamy quark cheesecake with a tender crust—the authentic German classic.
3pm German Baking — Authentic German Cakes & Pastries in Asheville, NC
Authentic German Baking in Asheville
Authentic German Baking in Asheville
Born in Cologne, Germany, I grew up with the rhythm of Kaffee und Kuchen—afternoon coffee and cake, seasonal treats, and recipes handed down from my Omas. Now settled in Asheville, North Carolina, I'm sharing those same flavors with the Blue Ridge Mountains. Whether you discover us at a local farmers market, order something special for a gathering, or simply want a taste of authentic Germany, you're warmly welcome here.
As someone who is gluten-free myself, I know how much it means to find a treat that truly doesn't compromise on taste or tradition. That's why I offer gluten-free and dairy-free options across many of our German classics. Every item is made with care, using traditional techniques and locally-sourced ingredients whenever possible.
Käsekuchen
Light and creamy quark cheesecake with a tender crust—the authentic German classic.
Russischer Zupfkuchen
Delicious German cheese cake with pulls of chocolate swirls
Zitronenkuchen
Grandma Elbach's lemon cake
Spinattörtchen
Spinach-packed tartlets with gluten-free crust
Gewürzkuchen
Warmly spiced traditional cake with hints of cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves.
Moist almond and ricotta cake with orange zest — naturally gluten-free
Classic apple pastry
A delicious vegan banana cake with chocolate chips
Fluffy yeast cake topped with crunchy layer of almonds, butter, & sugar
Spiced German carrot cake with walnuts
Spiced German carrot with cheesecake filling and nut butter swirl
Cake made to be served with coffee
The German culture icon known for wavy chocolate and sour cherry taste
Traditional German crown cake with buttercream, raspberry jam, and caramelized nuts
A 450-year-old recipe from Mary's grandmother's 60-year-old cookbook. Rich German butter cake with rum-soaked raisins, walnuts, and a lemon glaze — fit for a king.
A rich German cheese cake layered with earthy poppy seeds and topped with buttery streusel crumbles
Buttery gluten-free shortbread cookies with a PB&J topping
A light and fluffy gluten-free vanilla cake topped with fresh strawberries and a sweet strawberry jam glaze
Classic apple pastry
Savory spin on the classic strudel pastry
Puddingpulver
Traditional German pudding mix for creating rich, creamy desserts at home. Simply combine with milk and sugar for an authentic German pudding experience.
Vanillezucker
Fragrant vanilla-infused sugar, a staple in German baking. Perfect for adding authentic flavor to cakes, cookies, and whipped cream.
West Asheville Tailgate Market
Tuesdays, April–Christmas · 3:30–6:30pm
718 Haywood Rd., Asheville, NC 28806
Black Mountain Tailgate Market (Main Season)
Saturdays, May 2 – November 21 · 9am–12pm
First Baptist Church, Black Mountain, NC
Interested in featuring authentic German baked goods at your café, restaurant, or market? We partner with local businesses throughout the Asheville area to provide fresh, traditional German baked goods made with the same care you'd find at our market table.
We specialize in partnering with coffee shops, specialty markets, and restaurants throughout the Asheville area. Our authentic German baked goods are perfect for cafés looking to offer unique pastries, markets seeking artisan products, and restaurants wanting distinctive dessert options.
Reach out to discuss pricing and how we can work together—we'd love to hear from you.
