Kaiserschmarren Emperors Pancake
Indulge in the sweet, airy decadence of Kaiserschmarren, the classic Austrian "Emperor's Pancake" that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. This irresistible dish combines a light and fluffy batter—folded with whipped egg whites for ultimate texture—with a golden, caramelized finish in the skillet. Studded with optional raisins and infused with a hint of vanilla, this pancake is torn into bite-sized pieces and served warm with a dusting of powdered sugar and a dollop of luscious fruit preserves, such as plum or apricot. Quickly prepared in just 25 minutes, Kaiserschmarren is a delightful blend of simplicity and elegance that brings the royal flavors of Austria to your table. Perfect for two, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of comfort food with an upscale twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 125 grams All-purpose flour
- 250 milliliters Milk
- 4 large Eggs
- 30 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 pinch Salt
- 30 grams Unsalted butter
- 30 grams Raisins (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 10 grams Powdered sugar
- 60 grams Fruit preserves (e.g., plum or apricot)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, milk, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Separate the eggs. Add the egg yolks to the batter and mix until combined. Place the egg whites in a separate clean, dry bowl.
Using an electric mixer or a whisk, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter, ensuring you retain as much air as possible for a fluffy texture.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt half of the unsalted butter.
Pour the batter into the skillet to create a pancake about 1.5 cm thick. If using raisins, scatter them evenly over the batter.
Cook the pancake for about 4–5 minutes, or until the underside is golden brown. Flip or use a spatula to cut it into quarters and flip each piece individually.
Cook for another 3–4 minutes on the other side until golden. Use a spatula to break the pancake into bite-sized, irregular pieces.
Add the remaining butter to the skillet and gently toss the pancake pieces to lightly caramelize them.
Transfer the Kaiserschmarren to a serving plate, sprinkle generously with powdered sugar, and serve warm with fruit preserves on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1501 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.6 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.7 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 834 mg | 278% | |
| Sodium | 554 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.5 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.6 g | ||
| Protein | 47.7 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.9 mcg | 35% | |
| Calcium | 492 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1111 mg | 24% | |
*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.
