The perfect cake for the hay harvest
For the hay harvest at Zittrauerhof, there's a juicy redcurrant-rhubarb cake based on Mom's simple oil cake recipe – ideal for hungry helpers, for preparing in advance, and for freezing.
Farm Stories from Zittrauerhof
Stories of authentic farm life in Bad Hofgastein
On a real farm, no two days are the same. Animal offspring, stable work, hay harvest, alpine pasture life, and many small surprises shape our daily routine at Zittrauerhof in Bad Hofgastein and make farm life in Gasteinertal so varied.
In our Farm Stories, we tell of special encounters, our agriculture, the animals, and life between the farm and the Zittraueralm. This gives you a personal insight into what makes an authentic farm holiday in Bad Hofgastein, a farm holiday in Gasteinertal, and a break in the heart of SalzburgerLand so special.
Enjoy browsing our farm blog!
Katharina’s Favorite Cake
Simple, quick favorite recipes for a moist pumpkin seed cake with red currant jam and whipped cream, as well as an apple crumble cake that tastes especially crumbly and flavorful after a day.
Autumn is here
Autumnal morning air, the first calves in the barn, and the harvest in the garden define this special time of year. To go with it, there are simple family recipes like creamy pumpkin soup …
Wetzstoa and Baked Mice
Wetzstoa and gebackene Mäuse are traditional yeast-dough specialties from rural cuisine: baked until golden brown, dusted with powdered sugar, and perfect as a sweet dessert or for breakfast.
Easter cupcakes… yummy!
Easter tartlets made with dark Linzer dough, filled with apricot jam, topped with chocolate icing, and decorated with small eggs: a delightful treat for Easter that’s sure to disappear in no time.
Spring on Your Plate
Springtime delights from your own kitchen: A savory cheese roll stuffed with radishes and cottage cheese, paired with freshly baked pretzels, makes for varied and simple moments of enjoyment.
Time for a good recipe
Hearty liver and cheese dumplings are perfect winter dishes: enjoy them fresh in soup or freeze them to have on hand. With good ingredients, patience, and a touch of finesse, they turn out especially …
Lucky Pigs
Cute "lucky piglets" made from light yeast dough are a beloved classic for New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, children's birthday parties, or a farm-style breakfast—and they taste especially good fresh out of the …
The scent of the pre-Christmas season
At the Zittrauerhof, the scent of incense fills the house with local herbs, resins, and winter spices. Guests experience this cherished tradition as a soothing ritual during the Advent season.
Winter is Germknödel Time
These winter yeast dumplings with jam filling are very easy to make, even without a Thermomix or steamer. The risen dough balls can be conveniently frozen in individual portions and prepared fresh later.
Apple Time ….
After the apple harvest, the apples are turned into juice, apple sauce, and delicious pastries. Katharina's moist apple cake with meringue is a favorite family recipe for cozy fall days.
From my mama’s recipe book
A moist Fanta cake from my mom's recipe book: quick to bake, perfect for summer days, and especially delicious with fresh blueberries, peaches, or raspberries.
Elderflower syrup…. so good!
A tried-and-true recipe for aromatic elderflower syrup: Combine fresh flowers with water, sugar, lemons, and citric acid; let steep for several days, stirring daily, then strain carefully.
Time for dandelions ..
Dandelion honey made from freshly picked flowers is a delicious springtime addition to yogurt, tea, or bread. When combined with lemon and sugar, it creates a flavorful syrup that can also provide relief from …
The kitchen fully under control
A quick "mother-in-law cake" with cherries, nuts, and chocolate glaze celebrates the new farmhouse kitchen at the Zittrauerhof—freshly renovated, full of warmth, and ready for many more baking ideas.
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