Fluffy Austrian Pancake Delight

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs 4 large eggs
• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (240ml) milk 1 cup (240ml) milk
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Zest of 1 lemon Zest of 1 lemon
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• Powdered sugar, for dusting Powdered sugar, for dusting
• Fruit compote or applesauce, for serving Fruit compote or applesauce, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 10g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 38g, 12g
• Protein: 9g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Separate the egg whites and yolks into two bowls.
2. 2.
   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
3. 3.
   In the bowl with the egg yolks, whisk them lightly and then add them to the batter mixture. Stir until well combined.
4. 4.
   In the bowl with the egg whites, beat them with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
5. 5.
   Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter until fully incorporated.
6. 6.
   Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt 2 tablespoons of butter.
7. 7.
   Pour the batter into the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown.
8. 8.
   Flip the pancake using a spatula and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the other side is golden brown.
9. 9.
   Using two forks, tear the pancake into bite-sized pieces.
10. 10.
    Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and let it melt.
11. 11.
    Return the torn pancake pieces to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pieces are caramelized.
12. 12.
    Remove from heat and transfer the Kaiserschmarrn to a serving plate.
13. 13.
    Dust with powdered sugar and serve with fruit compote or applesauce on the side.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Eggs — Make sure the egg whites are beaten to stiff peaks for a fluffy texture.
• Lemon zest — Use a microplane grater to zest the lemon, avoiding the bitter white pith.

Tips & Tricks

• Serve the Kaiserschmarrn immediately after cooking for the best texture.
• Customize the dish by adding raisins or chopped nuts to the batter.
• For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
• Experiment with different fruit compotes or sauces for a variety of flavors.
• Leftover Kaiserschmarrn can be reheated in a skillet with a little butter for a delicious breakfast treat.

Serving advice

Serve the Kaiserschmarrn on a large platter, dusted generously with powdered sugar. Accompany it with a bowl of warm fruit compote or applesauce on the side. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint for an elegant touch.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, sprinkle the powdered sugar in a decorative pattern on top of the Kaiserschmarrn. Serve it in individual portions or as a shared dessert for a cozy and inviting presentation.