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Gluten-Free Poppy Seed Cake (super moist!)
March 23, 2021Walnut Cinnamon Buns – with Video
January 30, 2021Fluffy buns with a super nutty and moist walnut-cinnamon filling. The easy sugar icing takes the buns to the next level. These walnut rolls are just like the ones you’ll get at Austrian bakeries. They are one of the most beloved baked treats in Austria. I dare to say, that every Austrian bakery offers them. In German, they are called ‘Nussschnecke’. Yes, that’s three s. Walnut Cinnamon Buns – with… continue reading »
Viennese Hot Christmas Punch – with Video
December 17, 2020This spiced orange punch is similar to a hot tea toddy, a hot tea punch or a hot fruit punch. The differences are actually quite blurry. Punch at Viennese Christmas markets No trip to Vienna in winter is complete without visiting the numerous Christmas markets. The heart of every ‘Christkindlmarkt’ as we call these markets in German, is without a doubt the punch stalls. They serve different fruit punches, mulled… continue reading »
Creamy Pumpkin Soup (3 ingredients)
November 26, 2020This thick and creamy pumpkin soup made with fresh pumpkin requires only 3 ingredients and 20 minutes. It is healthy, super creamy, and keeps you cozy. The natural flavor of pumpkin tastes delicious so you will not need many other ingredients. Creamy Pumpkin Soup (3 ingredients) was last modified: November 26th, 2020 by Ursula
Vegan Potato Goulash
October 6, 2020This naturally vegan Austrian potato goulash is one of my favorite dishes for fall and winter. It’s filling, healthy (low fat, no sugar), wholesome and soothing. I simplified my recipe for creamy potato goulash in terms of ingredients and method to get a quick everyday meal. Vegan Potato Goulash was last modified: November 26th, 2020 by Ursula
Plum Dumplings – Step by Step
September 14, 2020These dumplings are made by stuffing damsons or small plums into a potato-based dough. Then they are simmered in water and covered in sweet, buttery, and nutty breadcrumbs. Cutting the dumplings open and making the plum burst open will give you a weird satisfaction :-) Potato dough for plum dumplings I make the dough with freshly riced or grated potatoes, which gives the dumplings a wonderful subtle potato taste that… continue reading »
Quick and moist chocolate zucchini cake
August 26, 2020Spiced Walnut Liqueur from Austria
June 16, 2020This walnut liqueur is made with green, unripe walnuts that are still soft in their green husks. The liqueur is aromatic, nutty, sweet, slightly bitter, and dark brown in color. It is probably Austria’s most beloved and famous liqueur. Spiced Walnut Liqueur from Austria was last modified: June 30th, 2020 by Ursula
Flaky Savory Crackers with Fresh Herbs
May 22, 2020These delicious crackers with fresh herbs are flaky, crispy, puffy and light. They are my favorite snack to serve along with a glass of wine or a cocktail. They also make a perfect appetizer or a quick snack that everyone will love. Flaky Savory Crackers with Fresh Herbs was last modified: June 12th, 2020 by Ursula
Authentic Viennese Pork Schnitzel – with Video
April 9, 2020Big, thinly pounded pork cutlets are the most common and traditional Schnitzel in Austria. Using pork provides a more accessible take on the classic Viennese Schnitzel. If I could name one dish Austria is famous for, I’d say it’s Viennese Schnitzel. Well, and perhaps Sacher Torte. ‚Wiener Schnitzel‘ is one of the best known specialties of Viennese cuisine, and a national dish of Austria. Schnitzel is a thin, breaded and… continue reading »
Viennese-style Potato Field Salad
April 7, 2020This potato salad is typical for Vienna. It is light, refreshing and slightly tangy and therefore the perfect side dish for Viennese Schnitzel. While many potato salads are dressed with a mayo sauce, this one uses a slightly tangy, light vinaigrette instead – typical for Austrian salads. The potatoes will soak up the dressing and melt in your mouth, while the field salad (lamb’s lettuce) provides a leafy, fresh element…. continue reading »