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I grew up on good, hearty German food.
In this section, I am sharing all my favorite authentic German recipes.
You will love that they are all very easy to make and barely use any special ingredients.
Find everything from German appetizers, mains, and side dishes to desserts and drinks.
This German sweet bread – in German also known as Osterbrot, Osterzopf, Hefezopf, or Nußzopf—is popular year-round. Soft and pillowy on the inside, golden-brown on the outside, and full of nutty flavor, no wonder you can find this sweet braided nut loaf all over Germany. Whether you make it as a centerpiece for your Easter…
Find out how easy and inexpensive it is to make vanilla sugar, why you might need it, and in what recipes to use it! Homemade vanilla sugar is so easy to make that it’s almost not worth dedicating a whole post to it. Well, almost. In this post, I am showing you how you can…
These delicious Königsberger Klopse are a classic German dish of tender meatballs in a delicate white sauce with capers. Königsberger Klopse is one of those classic dishes that you will find at most German restaurants. Not only that, it is so easy to make that many Germans serve this at home. This was certainly the…
Easily make authentic German spaetzle at home—a versatile dish that’s perfect as a main or side to complement your favorite meats. I was born in Stuttgart, Germany, right in the heart of Swabia. Therefore, it is not surprising that I also grew up eating German Spätzle (or spaetzle) on a regular basis. These tiny dumplings…
You will love this classic German pasta salad. Super quick to make, this is the perfect side for your picnic, barbecue, or next potluck! Who doesn’t love a good ol’ creamy German pasta salad? I am super excited to share my family recipe: perfectly cooked pasta coated in a creamy, dreamy dressing that’ll have you…
This is the ultimate guide on how you can easily make a traditional German breakfast or Frühstück right in your home! Even though I have lived in the US for over 25 years, I love cultivating my German culture and hanging on to old traditions. One of them is celebrating our Sunday morning breakfast, German…
This German hazelnut cake is so moist, delicious, and full of nutty flavors. You will love this easy and flexible recipe. This hazelnut cake is moist and full of nutty flavors. While hazelnuts may not be that common in the US, it is well worth trying to find them (more on that below). Perfect as…
I am both bold and proud to say that this is the only Streuselkuchen (crumb cake) recipe you need because it is easy, quick, and delicious. Whether with a nice cup of coffee or any time, this German crumb cake is always a big hit! Summer is the perfect time to make fruit cakes. While…
These authentic German fried potatoes are the ultimate comfort food. Crispy on the outside, this easy recipe is perfect for any occasion. German fried potatoes, or Bratkartoffeln, are a real classic dish in Germany. This hearty side dish is made with sliced potatoes that are pan-fried until crispy on the outside and tender on the…
You will love this delicious split pea soup. This German comfort food is hearty, healthy, and inexpensive to make! If you’re looking for a hearty and satisfying soup that’s both delicious and nutritious, look no further than German split pea soup! Growing up in Germany, I remember this soup mostly from county fairs, horse shows,…