Soft, fragrant, and irresistibly delicious: the apple schmarren is a sweet treat that comes directly from the mountains of South Tyrol. It is a thick and fluffy sweet omelet, originating from the famous Austrian Kaiserschmarren, but enriched with apple cubes, making it even more fragrant and delicious. Perfect for a leisurely breakfast over the weekend or as a rustic dessert, to be enjoyed with a dusting of powdered sugar or a red fruit jam, this recipe will win you over with its simplicity and genuine goodness.
Preparing it is easy and quick: few ingredients, a few minutes, and the aroma of apples will fill the kitchen, immediately creating a mountain atmosphere.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economic
- Preparation time: 25 Minutes
- Portions: 2 People
- Cooking methods: Stove
- Cuisine: Regional Italian
- Region: Trentino-Alto Adige
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 358.07 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 50.08 (g) of which sugars 32.33 (g)
- Proteins 9.96 (g)
- Fat 13.90 (g) of which saturated 8.12 (g)of which unsaturated 5.63 (g)
- Fibers 3.47 (g)
- Sodium 260.06 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 6 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 1 apple
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/8 cup raisins
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 pinch salt
- powdered sugar
Tools
- Pan 9-10 inch
- 2 Bowls
- Mixer
- Spatula wooden
Preparation
Soak the raisins in a bowl with lukewarm water.
Peel the apple, remove the core, and cut it into cubes.
Melt 2 tbsp of butter in a pan (the same one you will use later to cook the omelet), add the apples, and let them brown for 4-5 minutes (1).
When they are ready, transfer them to a plate to cool.
Separate the egg yolks from the whites. With the mixer, whip the whites until stiff and set aside.
Put the yolks in a bowl, add the sugar and a pinch of salt. Beat with the mixer for 2-3 minutes.
Add the milk and sifted flour. Mix with the mixer until a smooth batter is obtained.
Now add the apples and the well-drained and dried raisins with a paper towel.
Finally, fold in the whipped whites gently from bottom to top (2).
Take the pan again and melt the remaining 2 tbsp of butter.
Pour the batter (3) and cook for 3-4 minutes over medium heat until a crust forms at the base. With a spatula, divide the omelet into 4 parts and flip it onto the other side.
Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, then “break” the omelet into irregular pieces with the help of the spatula or a spoon.
Transfer the warm schmarren onto a serving plate and sprinkle generously with powdered sugar.
Your apple schmarren is ready to be served!
Tips and Notes
Apple schmarren is excellent on its own, but you can accompany it with cranberry jam (like the classic kaiserschmarren) or with an apple mousse.
You can omit the raisins if you don’t like them.
Use a non-stick pan with a thick base so the omelet doesn’t stick.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
How do you store apple schmarren?
I recommend consuming it immediately, just removed from the pan. However, if you have leftovers, you can store it in the refrigerator for 1 day in a closed container, then just heat it in the oven or air fryer.
What type of apples should I use?
Several varieties are fine (preferably from South Tyrol, given the recipe’s origin), as long as they are firm and not mealy.
