The Best Der Weltbeste Kaiserschmarrn: Fluffy & Golden!
A delightful recipe for the traditional Austrian dessert, Kaiserschmarrn, known for its fluffy texture and golden-brown color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Austrian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Powdered sugar for serving
- Applesauce or fruit compote for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, flour, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Pour half of the batter into the skillet and cook until the bottom is golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Flip the pancake and cook the other side until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from the skillet and repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter as needed.
- Once both pancakes are cooked, tear them into bite-sized pieces and return to the skillet.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring gently to allow the pieces to crisp up.
- Serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar and accompanied by applesauce or fruit compote if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of rum to the batter.
- Make sure to whisk the batter well to incorporate air for a fluffier texture.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150mg