These crescents are a brioche dough pastry. After dividing the dough, the round balls are rolled out into flat oval shapes, which are then filled with a cooked poppy seed mixture. The poppy seed filling should be made the day… weiterlesen
A “Flesserl“ is a typical Upper Austrian braided roll. After shaping it is coated with poppy seeds and coarse salt. Though the Viennese also make Flesserl, they are often only coated with poppy seeds and are much more commonly called… weiterlesen
Fried elderflower blossoms are perfect to serve as a fine dessert. For this purpose, freshly bloomed elderberry clusters are used, which are dipped in a batter after washing and then fried in hot lard (deep-fried). After frying, drain briefly and… weiterlesen
A delectable bread roll, not too big, but with outstanding freshness and flavor – for many late risers, it’s number one on the breakfast table. Proofing the dough in the fridge at 4°C over multiple hours makes this possible. The… weiterlesen
A sweet yeast dough is used as the basis for these nut rolls, called “Nussschnecken,” meaning nut snails in German. When it is still in flat pieces, the yeast dough is layered with the nut filling. Then it is rolled… weiterlesen
The Cheese Stangerl works perfectly as a side for a salad or if you want something baked to go with a cold snack. Cheese and chopped pumpkin seeds give it a special appearance while enhancing the aromatic taste of the… weiterlesen
Since I have neglected making pastries, I will alternately publish a pastry in the middle of the week for the next few weeks. Different variations of brioche, fried bread and Danish pastries will sweeten the coming weekends. The brioche will… weiterlesen
The crescent (“Kipferl”) is a classic breakfast baked good in Austria. It’s available in practically limitless variety, ranging from sweet dough to brioche dough all the way to croissant, as well as in both sweet and savory options. The word… weiterlesen
This No-Knead bread has a moist yet firm crumb and a light sour note thanks to the addition of wheat sourdough. To get the dough to rise quicker, the recipe also includes a little yeast. Since there is nothing to… weiterlesen
Before we turn to breakfast baked goods, I want to present two more breads. The Bohemian Forest Bread is an all-rounder with full-bodied taste. This comes from using a traditional 2-stage sourdough, which is marked by pleasantly mild notes and… weiterlesen
A bread with the pure taste of rye! A dark loaf with aromatic sour notes, that is distinctly made from rye. The addition of dark rye and soaked leftover bread provide for the dark color and also the excellent shelf-life. … weiterlesen
The Eifel “Little Tike” Bread is a mixed wheat bread with a fantastic unique taste, thanks to the optimal way the aroma develops while the dough is resting. The crumb structure can be adjusted to preference when working with the… weiterlesen