Kaiserschmarrn, Austrian Fluffy Raisin Pancakes Recipe

Try these super fluffy scrambled pancakes with raisins, Kaiserschmarrn from Austria.

Kaiserschmarrn (pixabay/RitaE)

Kaiserschmarrn is taken from two words namely kaiser means emperor and schmarrn mean scrambled.  Kaiserchmarn is also known as Emperor's Mess, Scrambled Pancake, Shredded Pancake, Torn Pancake, or Emperor's Pancake.

This kaiserschmarrn pancake is said to have been loved by the Austrian emperor Franz Joseph 1. Even though its shape is torn apart, this one pancake still has a soft and fluffy texture in every bite.

If you want to try this Austrian kaiserschmarrn recipe, check out the full recipe below!

Ingredients:

You will need the following ingredients to make kaiserschmarnn.

Marinade:

• 1/3 cup of raisins
• 100 ml of water 

Batter:

• 1 cup flour
• 2 eggs
• 3 tbsp butter, melted
• 250 ml of milk
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla flavor
• a pinch of salt

Additional:

• 2 tbsp butter (for baking)
• 2 tablespoons instant caramel
• 1 tbsp powdered sugar
• Apple jam (optional)
• Berries (optional)

Also Read: Banana Pancakes Recipe, Vegan Friendly!

How to cook

Step 1: Soak the raisins in water
Soaking the raisins in water aims to make the texture of the raisins more supple and soft for about 15-20 minutes.

Step 2: Make the kaiserschmarrn pancake batter
Crack the eggs and separate the whites and yolks.  Mix the egg whites until fluffy and stiff.  Set aside.

Mix egg yolks with flour, butter, vanilla, sugar, milk, and a little salt, and beat well, no need to expand.  After that, add the beaten egg whites little by little until beaten the egg whites run out.

Step 3: Add the raisins to the batter
If desired, you can chop the raisins beforehand so that the raisins can spread evenly on each pancake batter.

Step 4: Fry the pancakes until cooked
Grease with butter a round pan with a size of about 24 cm so it doesn't stick.  Add the batter and fry until almost done and golden.  Flip the pancakes so that they cook evenly and then slice them into small pieces on the pan.  Bake until all parts are completely cooked.

Step 5: Add the toppings then serve the kaiserschmarrn
Drizzle the kaiserschmarnn with caramel or powdered sugar, add some berries and it's ready to be enjoyed.  You can also eat it with apple jam.

Kaiserschmarrn (pixabay/RitaE)

A fairly mini shape can make it easier for you to eat these Austrian pancakes.  The texture is also fluffy so it is suitable for breakfast, snacks, or just a light lunch.  Let's try and enjoy!