Topfenschmarren (Torn Curd Pancakes)

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Topfenschmarren (Torn Curd Pancakes)

Topfenschmarren (Torn Curd Pancakes) is a traditional German recipe for a classic dessert of torn curd pancakes that's counted amongst the national dishes of Germany. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic German version of: Torn Curd Pancakes (Topfenschmarren).

prep time

10 minutes

cook time

20 minutes

Total Time:

30 minutes

Serves:

National:

Rating:

Tags : National Dish Dessert Recipes Milk Recipes Cheese Recipes Germany Recipes

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Ingredients:

500g pot of curds
250g Sour cream
60ml Milk
12 Eggs, separated
120g granulated sugar
160g Raisins
200g Flour
1 Vanilla pod
1 strip of Lemon peel
1 strips of Orange peel

Method:

Pre-heat your oven to 170°C.

Split the vanilla pod along the middle and scrape out the seeds.

Combine the curds, sour cream, egg yolks, lemon and orange peels and vanilla seeds in a bowl, beating them until smooth.

Add the egg whites to a clean and fry bowl, beating wit the sugar and salt to create a snow.

Sift the flour into a bowl, then add to the curds mixture, alternating with the beaten egg whites.

Once the egg whites and flour have been incorporated mix in the raisins.

Brush a large baking dish with butter and sprinkle with flour. Fill the mixture into the mould and bake at 170°C until golden brown.

Then tear the smarrows into large pieces with 2 spoons and serve.