Cooking & Baking
Traditional German & International Recipes
Journey through authentic flavours with this cooking and baking collection, featuring treasured Southern German recipes and international culinary gems! From the hearty comfort of Bavarian Spätzle to the sweet perfection of Black Forest cake, our recipes capture the essence of traditional German cooking and beyond.
Each recipe comes with practical tips passed down through generations, ensuring your dishes deliver authentic tastes that transport you to bustling Bavarian beer gardens and cosy village bakeries.
Discover the stories behind each dish as you learn proper techniques for kneading perfect pretzel dough, creating the ideal spätzle, or mastering the delicate balance of spices in international favourites. This collection of my favourite recipes celebrates both everyday family meals and special holiday traditions that bring people together around the table.
Transform your kitchen into a place where tradition meets innovation and where every meal becomes an opportunity to connect with culinary history!
The Best Orange Christmas Cookies Recipe (Soft, Citrusy & Festive!)
These orange Christmas cookies are soft, citrusy, and absolutely irresistible! Made with homemade candied orange peel and non-bitter orange marmalade, they’re elegant enough for any holiday cookie plate. The secret to their incredible flavor? A double dose of orange in both the dough and the filling!
Traditional Christmas Pudding Recipe (Better Than Store-Bought!)
This traditional Christmas pudding recipe is rich, chewy, and bursting with the flavors of warming spices, brandy, and tangy citrus. After years of testing, I’ve perfected this recipe—and it’s so much better than anything store-bought! Packed with an array of dried fruits and steeped in your favourite spirit, this impressive showstopper will awe your family and guests. The only catch? Christmas pudding needs at least 4 weeks to mature, so don’t wait—let’s get started on creating this delicious British tradition that’ll become your new Christmas favourite!
Vanillekipferl Recipe (Austrian Vanilla Crescent Cookies)
When my mom baked Vanillekipferl each December, their vanilla scent filled our house and my brother and I could barely resist sneaking them warm from the oven. These traditional Austrian vanilla crescent cookies are more than a recipe—they’re a holiday ritual. Let me show you how to make these beloved Christmas cookies that disappear faster than you can bake them.
Saint Martin’s Geese (Martinsgänse): A Traditional Sweet Treat For St. Martin’s Day
Every November 11, we bake Saint Martin’s Geese to celebrate St. Martin’s Day—sweet, fluffy pastries shaped like geese that recall childhood memories of lantern processions and community gatherings. Learn the legend behind this German tradition and follow my step-by-step recipe to create these delightful treats in your own kitchen.
Authentic Spaetzle Recipe: German Egg Noodles in 20 Minutes
If you’ve ever visited Southern Germany, you’ve likely encountered Spaetzle—and if you have, you know how delicious they are! These traditional egg noodles, whose name translates to “little sparrows,” are a beloved staple in Southern German cuisine. The best part? They’re surprisingly easy to make at home with just four simple ingredients: flour, eggs, salt, and milk (or water). Unlike store-bought versions, homemade Spaetzle have an unbeatable tender texture and fresh flavor. The dough is pressed through a special tool (or even a colander) into boiling water, where the noodles cook in just 2-3 minutes. Serve them as a side dish with beef and gravy, or turn them into a main course like cheesy Kässpätzle. With this traditional recipe and helpful pro tips, you’ll master this classic German dish on your first try.
Savory Rouladen: Germany’s Timeless Beef Rolls That Tell a Story
Hearty German beef rolls, the so-called "Rouladen" are a popular dish for Sunday lunch or holiday feasts here in Southern Germany. Traditional restaurants have this delicious comfort food on their menus, and although they may seem "vintage" they are a still a big hit....
Authentic Bavarian Apple Strudel (with Vanilla Sauce)
When my siblings and I were children, we used to play outside a lot (those were the days), even in winter. Or rather: especially in winter. We had a (small but great) hill in our back garden that used to be frequented by all the children in the neighbourhood as a...
Strudel Dough For Beginners
Apple strudel is one of my favourite sweet dishes and although I’ve made lots of them myself and have eaten even more in restaurants and cafés, my mum's apple strudel is still the best I’ve ever tasted. She always made two baking trays of strudel for our large family,...
Quick and easy beetroot curd recipe
Sometimes, it has to be quick! Whether you don't have the time or energy to cook or simply don't want to spend more than five minutes in the kitchen, this quick and easy beetroot curd recipe will make a wonderful spread on bread or a dip for boiled potatoes. If you...
Carrot pizza recipe
I harvested the first carrots and they smell and taste so good that usually I eat the first bunch of them raw. I love their sweet and earthy flavour, it's delicious! However, it would be a pity to just eat them all up like that and not use them in some more elaborate...
Three recipes for herb pesto
Aficionados of pasta and fresh vegetables appreciate the fresh and aromatic flavour of pesto. If you have fresh herbs at hand you can make some delicious herb pesto with simple means and relatively few ingredients. The big advantage compared to the store-bought...
Strawberry Dome Cake
Strawberries! Every year we can't wait for the first ripe strawberry and the knowledge that their harvesting time is limited to only a few weeks, makes them all the more precious. I think this relatively short availability and the fact that they don't freeze well make...
Strawberry Tiramisu
The classic tiramisu consists of ladyfingers, coffee, mascarpone and cocoa. But did you know that you can also make strawberry tiramisu? It's lighter than the original and thus the perfect dessert for summer! Whenever I make it, I have to quickly secure a portion for...
Strawberry Pavlova
If you have never come across a pavlova, you missed something! It's basically a baiser base with cream and fruit. That may sound a little dull but don't underestimate this yummy combination: the sweet, crisp base, the rich, fluffy cream and the fresh fruit will...
Carrot muffins with carrot curd/cream cheese topping
Everybody knows lemon curd but did you know you can make curd from vegetables also? I tried out carrot curd which, in combination with cream cheese, is the topping for these moist carrot muffins. We have carrots in abundance all year round, either fresh from the...