Emperor's Pancake (Kaiserschmarren)

Kaiserschmarren is a very popular dessert in Austria. Translated it means "Emperor's rubbish" or "Emperor's mishmash". Legend says it was created for  Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph I.

2 eggs, separated

2 tbsp sugar

1 cup milk

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup raisins

4 tbsp unsalted butter

Powdered sugar

In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks and sugar until creamy. Whisk in the milk. Add the flour and rasins, beat until well blended.

In a separate bowl, beat the egg white until stiff. Carefully fold the egg whites into the batter.

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Pour the batter in to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned on the bottom. Flip the pancake and cook for 3 minutes more. With two forks or spatula pull the pancake into peaces. Remove to a plate , sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve with apple sauce or stewed fruit.

Adapted from BEST OF AUSTRIAN CUISINE by Elisabeth Mayer-Browne