Kaiserschmarrn

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Austria with Kaiserschmarrn, a lusciously fluffy, caramelized pancake dish that's perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy afternoon treat. This traditional recipe showcases a silky batter of all-purpose flour, milk, egg yolks, and a hint of vanilla, skillfully lifted with cloud-like whipped egg whites for that signature light texture. Sprinkled with raisins (optional) and torn into golden, bite-sized pieces, each morsel is lightly caramelized in butter for irresistible flavor. Finished with a generous dusting of powdered sugar and served alongside applesauce or plum compote, this classic Austrian delight is as comforting as it is decadent. Whether you're craving a sweet brunch option or an after-dinner indulgence, Kaiserschmarrn is sure to impress with its unique texture and rich history.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

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
• 0 applesauce or plum compote for serving (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, vanilla extract, and salt until you have a smooth batter.

Step 2

Separate the egg whites and yolks. Add the yolks to the batter and mix until well combined.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Gently fold the egg whites into the batter using a spatula, being careful not to deflate the mixture.

Step 5

Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat and melt half of the butter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the pan, spreading it evenly. If using raisins, sprinkle them evenly over the pancake.

Step 7

Cook for about 5-8 minutes, or until the bottom is golden and set.

Step 8

Using a spatula, divide the pancake into quarters and gently flip each piece over to cook the other side for 3-5 minutes.

Step 9

Once both sides are cooked and golden, use two forks to tear the pancake into bite-sized pieces.

Step 10

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.

Step 11

Transfer the Kaiserschmarrn to a plate, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm with applesauce or plum compote, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(825.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1497.4

Total Fat 50.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 837.7mg	0%
Sodium 1151.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 106.5g
Protein 48.1g	0%

Vitamin D 282.2IU	0%
Calcium 497.1mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 1329.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.7%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 56.4%