Kaiserschmarrn The popular classic

Fresh Kaiserschmarrn is simply part of any holiday in Austria. It's no surprise that this popular dessert is one of the most frequently ordered dishes in the region's more than 60 mountain huts.

Whether young or old, fresh Kaiserschmarrn is a hit with all skiers and has remained popular for decades. Even when bright colours and mullets dominated the slopes in the 70s, people were skiing to Modern Talking in the 80s and Walkmans were part of ski equipment in the 90s – Kaiserschmarrn has always been a popular choice when stopping for a bite to eat. ... Enjoy! 

How did Schmarrn actually get its noble title?

According to the most popular legend, Kaiserschmarrn was created in the second half of the 19th century at the court of Emperor Franz Joseph I. It is said that a chef tore a Palatschinke* a little too much – a supposed mishap, but one that the emperor liked so much that he gave the dish his name. 

Others claim that it has always been a tradition in the Alpine region to conjure up a Schmarrn from milk, eggs, flour and dried fruit. When Emperor Franz Joseph was travelling in the mountains and was served one for a rest, the farmer's wife and hut owner wanted to flatter him by calling it ‘Kaiserschmarrn’. 

We don't care how Kaiserschmarrn got its name. 

Zutaten

  • 4 eggs
  • 125 g flour
  • 125 ml milk
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • 40 g sugar
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp icing sugar for sprinkling

 

If desired, you can also add berries or raisins.

Here's how it works: 

1. Separate the eggs and mix the egg yolks with flour, milk and salt to form a smooth batter.

2. Beat the egg whites until stiff and fold into the batter. Add raisins or berries if desired.

3. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the pan and pour in the batter. Fry slowly over medium heat and break up with a spatula. Gradually add the remaining butter and sugar. Flambé with rum if desired. Finish baking the batter pieces.

4. Sprinkle with icing sugar and enjoy with stewed plums or apple sauce, depending on your taste.

 

Bon appétit! And if you close your eyes, you can see the mountain panorama, the white peaks, the bright sun and the cosy hut deckchairs right in front of you! 

 

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