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Stories & recipes about Kaiserschmarrn

Where does the name "Kaiserschmarrn" come from? What's the best recipe, and how is it made? Our chef Albert Dschulnigg has the best recipe for you, and we've compiled all the stories about Kaiserschmarrn in Austrian cuisine for you. Because a vacation in Austria is all about culinary delights, and Kaiserschmarrn, of course, is a must.

"What nonsense" (German: Was für ein Schmarrn)

The history of Kaiserschmarrn dates back to a legend connected to the Austrian imperial family, Emperor Franz Joseph I (1830 to 1916). While preparing a pancake, the court chef made the dough too thick and it tore. The emperor then sent his dessert back, exclaiming, "What nonsense!"

Der beste Kaiserschmarren im Hotel Der Löwe

Der beste Kaiserschmarren im Hotel Der Löwe

The term "Kaiser" (Emperor) was used by Austrian chefs in the 19th century to describe dishes of exceptional quality. Sugar and white flour were a sign of wealth in earlier times and were reserved for the upper classes. Whether this legend is true is unclear. One thing is certain: Kaiserschmarrn is a truly comfort food – not only in an alpine hut, but also at our Hotel Der Löwe or at your home.

The best Kaiserschmarrn recipe to try at home

Ingredients for 2-3 servings:

300 ml milk

200 g plain flour

7 eggs

60 g sugar

1 pinch of salt

50 g clarified butter

30 g butter

Preparation:

TIPS

Instead of clarified butter, you can also use approx. 50g butter.
Optionally, you can add the zest of an orange/lemon or some vanilla to the batter.

There are numerous variants

Sweet:

Semolina pancakes
With curd cheese (quark)
Iced Kaiserschmarrn pancakes
Apple pancakes and much more
Savory:

Bread pancakes
Potato pancakes and much more
We recommend apple sauce, stewed plums, cranberries, or fruit salad as a side dish.

As a drink to accompany sweet Schmarrn, we recommend a classic glass of milk or, for a change, a glass of sweet wine, preferably Gewürztraminer.

This is how Kaiserschmarrn becomes fluffy

The secret to fluffy Kaiserschmarrn lies in the beaten egg whites. Most people beat the egg whites too vigorously and bake them too quickly and at too high a temperature. The trick is to choose a low temperature and allow time for water vapor to form.

The Schmarrn definitely needs a brown crust

Caramelization is what makes Kaiserschmarrn really tasty and crispy!

To caramelize, first heat granulated sugar in an empty pan. Once it is nicely browned, add fresh butter and toss the Schmarrn pieces in it.

Just reading this makes our mouths water...

We hope you enjoy your meal and have fun cooking!

Would you like to learn more about Hotel Der Löwe and our offers? Then get in touch with us—we will be happy to advise you.

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Leogang 119
A-5771 Leogang, Salzburg

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