25 Best German Recipes Made Just Like Oma (2024)

Oma's German Cucumber Salad

This tangy and sweet German Cucumber Salad is a delicious side salad that takes only minutes to make.

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German Potato Pancakes (Reibekuchen)

Classic German Potato Pancakes (German: Kartoffelpuffer/Reibekuchen) are made from freshly grated potatoes fried to golden brown perfection. Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside.

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Warm German Potato Salad

This authentic warm German Potato Salad recipe showcases perfectly tender sliced potatoes drizzled with a smoky, sweet, tangy bacon dressing and lots of crispy bacon.

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German Butter Cake (Butterkuchen)

Butterkuchen (German butter cake) is a timeless, old-fashioned dessert. This German cake is made with a rich blend of milk, sugar, yeast, eggs, and flour.

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German Cherry Coffee Cake - Kirschstreusel

ThisGerman Cherry Coffee Cakerecipe is based on the classic German dessert -Kirschstreusel. It is a moist and tender, easy coffee cake with cherries.

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Spaezle (Spätzle)

Spaetzle (German: Spätzle) is an easy, hearty egg noodle dish that goes beautifully with classic German recipes such asRouladenandCucumber Salad.

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German Hunter-Schnitzel (Jägerschnitzel)

Hunter's Schnitzel (Jägerschnitzel) is a classic German recipe made with perfectly fried golden brown breaded pork cutlets topped with rich mushroom gravy!

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Bee Sting Cake

Bee Sting Cake is a tried and true German dessert cake recipe. It's a light, airy cake with rich vanilla cream filling and crunchy almond topping.

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Warm German Potato Salad in a Bacon Vinaigrette

This authentic German Potato Salad is served warm. Tender potatoes are drenched in a mouthwatering warm bacon dressing.

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German Crumb Cake

A slice of German Crumb Cake (Streuselkuchen) is the perfect afternoon snack. The cake has a light, airy texture with just enough sweetness and crunch from the jam, crumble, and almonds!

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Old-Fashioned German Raisin Bread

Indulge in the inviting aroma of homemade Raisin Bread - warm, fluffy, and tender. This treat is easy to make using a few simple ingredients!

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Strawberry Torte (Erdbeertorte)

Strawberry Torteis a delicious, classic German sponge cake with a creamy pudding layer and topped with glazed strawberries.

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Frikadellen

German Frikadellen are delicious pan-fried meatballs made with a mixture of ground beef, onions, and seasonings that are perfect for a quick and tasty meal.

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Potato Dumplings

Classic German Potato Dumplings are one of Germany's most popular comfort foods. Tender potatoes are combined with egg yolk, butter, and a hint of nutmeg.

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German Apple Pancakes (Apfelpfannkuchen)

This classic German recipe has all the essentials - eggs, milk, flour, apples, and a dash of cinnamon. So get ready for a fantastic meal!

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Fried Bacon Cabbage Noodles - Krautfleckerl

Experience the warmth and comfort of a traditional German dish with this delicious fried cabbage and noodle recipe: crispy bacon, savory ham, caramelized cabbage and onions, tender pasta, and a hint of nutty Parmesan cheese.

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German Apple Cake

Our traditionalGerman Apple Cake(Apfelkuchen) with streusel topping is a dessert classic you'll find all over Germany. And you don't even have to travel further than your kitchen because you can make this delicious dessert at home.

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German Cheesecake - Käsekuchen

Our traditionalGermanCheesecake(Käsekuchen) has a crunchy crust, a rich, creamy filling full of sweet and tangy flavors, and a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

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German Potato Soup (Kartoffelsuppe)

This homemade creamy German Potato Soup (German: Kartoffelsuppe mit Wiener Würstchen) will warm you from the inside out!

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German Bread & Bacon Dumpling - Speckknödel

'Knödel' are German bread and bacon dumplings. They are tender, savory, and incredibly delicious, making a perfect and filling side dish. And the recipe is easier than the pronunciation.

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Cheese Spaetzle (Käsespätzle)

You can think of Cheese Spaetzle (Käsespätzle recipe) as German Mac and Cheese. Tender homemade egg noodles are cooked to perfection in a deliciously cheesy cream sauce.
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German Red Cabbage (Rotkohl)

Rotkohl, or Red Cabbage, is one of the most popular German side dishes. Beautiful purple-red cabbage is cooked till perfectly tender. This simple side dish perfectly balances savory, sweet, and sour.

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Rouladen

To make these mouthwatering German Rouladen, fill a thinly sliced steak with mustard, bacon, onion, and pickles. Braise in a red wine sauce until they are tender and irresistibly delicious.

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Mulled Wine Cake (Glühweinkuchen)

This old-fashioned German Mulled Wine Cake is a delicious blend of pound cake, chocolate, and spiced wine.

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Vanillekipferl

Vanillekipferl cookies are traditional German-Austrian cookies with a wonderful vanilla-almond flavor and distinct texture. These sweet and buttery crescent-shaped cookies will quite melt in your mouth.

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