Salzburger Nockerln With Preserves

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 13
Indulge in Salzburger Nockerln with Preserves for a sweet treat
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 teaspoons unsalted butter
4 teaspoons red currant preserves or 4 teaspoons grape preserves
9 large egg whites , at room temperature
1/2 cup vanilla sugar
1/2 lemon , zest of
4 egg yolks
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup sifted all-purpose flour
confectioners ' sugar , for dusting

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
370
Sugar
48g
Fat
7g
Salzburger Nockerln is a traditional Austrian dessert that hails from the city of Salzburg. It is a light and airy soufflé that is often served with fruit preserves and dusted with powdered sugar. This dessert resembles the peaks of the nearby Salzburg Mountains and is said to be a tribute to the region's beautiful landscape. It is typically made with egg whites, sugar, and flour, and can be served in a single large dish or individual ramekins. This dessert is perfect for those who enjoy sweet treats that are not too heavy.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F and grease four 8-ounce or one 2-quart soufflé dish with 1 teaspoon of butter each.
2.Spoon 1 teaspoon of preserves in the center of each dish(es).
3.Beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
4.Add the vanilla sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
5.Beat the egg yolks with the regular sugar and lemon zest until light in color.
6.Fold in the egg white mixture.
7.Sift the flour over the egg mixture, and gently fold until just incorporated.
8.Pour the batter over the preserves in the dish(es).
9.Smooth the tops with a spatula and use a knife to make 3 peaks on top.
10.Bake for about 15 minutes or until well risen and lightly browned.
11.Dust with confectioners' sugar and serve immediately.

PROS

Salzburger Nockerln is a light and fluffy dessert that is perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth.

The red currant or grape preserves add a wonderful fruity topping to the dish.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and calories, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It also requires some skill in separating egg whites and yolks and beating egg whites to stiff peaks.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it can still be enjoyed as an occasional indulgence.
The egg whites used in this recipe are a good source of protein and low in calories, while the red currant or grape preserves add a small amount of vitamin C and antioxidants.

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