Vegan Kaiserschmarrn with aquafaba (fluffy Austrian pancakes)
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"The Austrian classic Kaiserschmarrn is usually prepared with eggs or whipped egg whites. I prefer to use aquafaba for the vegan version. Aquafaba is the liquid from canned chickpeas that can be whipped just like egg whites. Don't worry, the addition of vanilla extract and sugar guarantees that Kaiserschmarrn won't taste like chickpeas. In this recipe I use raisins, which can also be left out or replaced with small pieces of apple or pear. If you like it a little sweeter, you can sprinkle the Kaiserschmarrn again with sugar before serving. #stayhomekeepcooking"
Difficulty
Easy 👌Preparation
Baking
Resting
Ingredients
Utensils
2 bowls, sieve, stand mixer with whisk, whisk, rubber spatula, nonstick pan, spatula
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Step 1/4
- 200 g canned chickpeas
- ½ tsp whipped cream stabilizer
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- ⅛ tsp salt
- bowl
- sieve
- stand mixer with whisk
Place a fine sieve over a bowl and drain the canned chickpeas. The reserved liquid in the bowl is aquafaba. You should have approx. 100 ml (1/2 cup) aquafaba per 400 g/14 oz. can of chickpeas. Add aquafaba, whipped cream stabilizer, vanilla extract, and salt to a stand mixer with whisks, and whisk for approx. 10 min., or until the mixture is stiff. You can also use a hand mixer for this. The volume should increase significantly.
Step 2/4
- 100 g flour
- 1½ tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 150 ml oat milk
- 25 g margarine
- 25 ml sparkling water
- bowl
- whisk
- rubber spatula
In another bowl, mix flour, sugar, and baking powder together. Add plant-based milk and melted margarine and stir until a smooth batter forms. Stir in sparkling water, then gently fold in the beaten aquafaba.
Step 3/4
- 25 g raisins
- vegetable oil (for frying)
- nonstick pan
- spatula
Heat margarine or vegetable oil in a large nonstick pan over medium heat. The batter is enough for 2 - 3 servings, so don't add everything at once. Fill the batter up approx. 1-cm (0.5-inch) high. If desired, sprinkle with some raisins. Fry over medium-low heat until the surface of the batter is bubbly and not moist anymore. The pancakes should be golden brown on the bottom. Flip and keep frying for approx. 1 - 2. min on the other side. Use two forks to pull apart the pancake into smaller chunks. Keep frying until the batter is cooked through.
Step 4/4
- confectioner’s sugar (for serving)
Dust vegan Kaiserschmarrn with confectioner's sugar and serve just like that, or with jam or apple purée. Enjoy!
Enjoy your meal!
