For an enhanced flavor, try using browned butter infused with fresh sage to toss the cooked spätzle. Experiment with different cheeses, such as Gruyère or Parmesan, for a richer dish. If you don't have a spätzle maker, a cheese grater with large holes works perfectly. Alternatively, you can use a cutting board and knife to cut small pieces of dough and drop them into the simmering water. Spätzle can be made ahead of time and reheated. Toss with a little oil or butter to prevent sticking.
Spätzle (aka Spaetzle)
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME20 mins
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SERVING2 People
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VIEWS132
Delicate, homemade spätzle, reminiscent of tiny swallows, are a delightful culinary experience. These miniature dumplings, quick to prepare, offer a versatile base, perfect when simply adorned with browned butter or lavishly paired with slow-braised meats.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate25 g
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Cholesterol105 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein7 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium528 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat6 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, egg, crème fraîche, salt, and cayenne pepper until a smooth batter forms. The batter should slowly drip off the whisk. Adjust the consistency by adding small amounts of flour if too thin, or milk if too thick. (5 minutes)
02
Step
5 mins
Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat. Using a spätzle maker, a cheese grater with large holes, or a colander with large holes, push the batter through into the simmering water using a spatula or scraper. (5 minutes)
03
Step
20 mins
Cook the spätzle in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. They are done when they rise to the surface of the water, typically around 3 minutes. Remove the cooked spätzle with a slotted spoon and set aside. Repeat with the remaining batter. (15-20 minutes)
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Madonna Welch
Feb 19, 2025Using a cheese grater was a bit tricky, but it worked in a pinch. I'm going to invest in a Spätzle maker!
Lauretta Bode
Nov 24, 2024I made this with brown butter and sage – delicious!
Lavina Huels
Nov 9, 2024The pinch of cayenne pepper adds a nice little kick.
Robin Corkery
Aug 30, 2024I tried this with a gluten-free flour blend, and it worked great!
Cheyenne Labadie
Jun 13, 2024A great side dish to sausage and sauerkraut!
Cortney Carroll
Apr 1, 2024This recipe was so easy to follow, and the spätzle turned out perfectly! My family loved it.
Mauricio Yundt
Mar 5, 2024Definitely better than store-bought spätzle!