Kaiserschmarrn
Delight your taste buds with Kaiserschmarrn, a quintessentially Austrian dessert that effortlessly blends fluffy pancake perfection with a hint of indulgence. This irresistible dish, often dubbed the "Emperor's Mess," features light and airy shredded pancakes made from a rich batter of eggs, milk, and vanilla, brought to life with soft peaks of whipped egg whites. Caramelized in butter for a golden finish, each bite melts in your mouth, with optional raisins providing bursts of sweetness. Dusted generously with powdered sugar and traditionally paired with a side of warm applesauce or tangy plum compote, Kaiserschmarrn is the perfect comfort food for brunch, dessert, or anytime you crave something extraordinary. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this classic recipe is destined to become a favorite on your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 grams all-purpose flour
- 250 milliliters milk
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 30 grams butter
- 50 grams raisins (optional)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- applesauce or plum compote for serving (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, vanilla extract, and salt until you have a smooth batter.
Separate the egg whites and yolks. Add the yolks to the batter and mix until well combined.
In a clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add the granulated sugar and continue to whisk until stiff, glossy peaks form.
Gently fold the egg whites into the batter using a spatula, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat and melt half of the butter.
Pour the batter into the pan, spreading it evenly. If using raisins, sprinkle them evenly over the pancake.
Cook for about 5-8 minutes, or until the bottom is golden and set.
Using a spatula, divide the pancake into quarters and gently flip each piece over to cook the other side for 3-5 minutes.
Once both sides are cooked and golden, use two forks to tear the pancake into bite-sized pieces.
Add the remaining butter to the pan, allowing it to melt, then toss the pieces in the butter for a few minutes to get them slightly caramelized.
Transfer the Kaiserschmarrn to a plate, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm with applesauce or plum compote, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1497 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.8 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.4 g | 117% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 838 mg | 279% | |
| Sodium | 1151 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.5 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 106.5 g | ||
| Protein | 48.1 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.1 mcg | 35% | |
| Calcium | 497 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1329 mg | 28% | |
*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.
