Mole Cake
A moist moles' cake with hazelnuts, chocolate, and a creamy filling: After baking, the cake is hollowed out, filled, and topped with breadcrumbs. When well chilled, it tastes especially flavorful the next day.
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!
News from the Farm Kitchen!
Fresh natural yogurt from the Zittrauerhof: Using whole milk, yogurt cultures, and a steady heat, a creamy treat for family and guests is created in ten to twelve hours.
Something sweet on Shrove Tuesday…
Carnival doughnuts are a tradition at the Maurachgut. For a delightful springtime treat, a quick sponge roll with strawberries and whipped cream—or apricot jam—is especially easy to make.
Ant Bundt Cake—Simple and Delicious
A simple, moist "Ameisenguglhupf" cake with chocolate chips that’s especially popular with kids. Perfect for breakfast, for guests, or for a cozy baking session at home.
.. and Christmas is coming anyway
Amid the stress of preparations and difficult moments, Mom reminds everyone that Christmas is still coming. Her calmness, optimism, and love help the family stay grateful and find strength together.
Marzipan and vanilla …
Baking cookies together is a tradition of the Advent season: Marzipan shells filled with apricot jam and chocolate are easy to make, taste wonderful, and bring children great joy—even with modern background music playing.
Simple and fine – our Topfen dumplings
Warm quark dumplings with your favorite fruit are quick and easy to make: tender quark dough, crispy breadcrumbs, and delicate spices make this recipe a winter treat for the whole family.
Winter is coming!
The first snow transforms the Gastein Valley into a winter wonderland. At the farm, preparations for the barn and fields are underway, while a warming ginger punch makes for cozy moments.
Potatoes are always in season…
Potato noodles are a simple, popular family dish: golden-brown fried potato noodles taste great served the traditional way with sauerkraut or, for a more refined option, with a chive-sour cream sauce and a side …
Heavenly good..
These heavenly, melt-in-your-mouth rolls turn out perfectly even without a Thermomix: The yeast dough is easy to make, can be filled however you like, and tastes wonderfully moist whether fresh out of the oven …
All Zucchini…
Zucchini show off their versatility in savory sweet-and-sour vegetable dishes and moist cakes. These tried-and-true recipes are easy to make and perfect for a bountiful garden harvest.
Time for some good baking!
Laugenstangerl turn out especially delicious when made with a simple yeast dough, a quick lye bath, and a little patience. Whether they’re sticks, pretzels, or creative shapes, they taste wonderful fresh out of the …
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