Aepfelkratzet Apple Scramble
Transport your taste buds to the rustic charm of southern Germany with Aepfelkratzet, a delightful apple scramble that's as comforting as it is unique. This traditional Swabian dish combines tender, caramelized apples with a lightly sweetened pancake-style batter, creating a warm, fluffy medley of flavors and textures. Tart apples, such as Granny Smith, are gently cooked with cinnamon for a fragrant touch, then scrambled with a rich, buttery batter made from flour, milk, eggs, and a pinch of sugar. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this cozy treat is perfect as a breakfast, dessert, or afternoon snack. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, Aepfelkratzet is best served warm and makes an irresistibly simple way to celebrate the flavors of fall. Keywords: Aepfelkratzet, apple scramble recipe, German dessert, traditional Swabian dishes, quick apple recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large apples (preferably tart, such as Granny Smith)
- 100 grams all-purpose flour
- 120 milliliters milk
- 3 large eggs
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 30 grams butter
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Peel, core, and cut the apples into thin slices or small chunks.
In a mixing bowl, whisk the flour, milk, eggs, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract (if using) until smooth. The batter should be slightly thicker than pancake batter.
In a large skillet or frying pan, melt half of the butter over medium heat. Add the apple slices and sprinkle with cinnamon. Cook until the apples are softened and lightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
Reduce the heat to medium-low, then pour the batter over the cooked apples in the skillet. Allow the edges to set slightly for about 1-2 minutes.
Use a spatula to gently scramble and break the mixture into rough pieces, ensuring the batter cooks through but still remains slightly soft in texture. This should take about 5-6 minutes.
Add the remaining butter to the skillet and toss the apple scramble in it for extra richness.
Transfer the Aepfelkratzet to plates or a serving dish. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1105 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.7 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.1 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 640 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 561 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.5 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.0 g | ||
| Protein | 33.6 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 285 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 531 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
