What should I make for dinner tonight? This might just be the number one question that we ask ourselves almost daily over here.
Then you have come to the right place, we have rounded up 15 spaetzle noodle recipe that we have shared over the years.
Plus, there is such a variety of flavours in these recipes, so you are sure to find something for you. Most of these recipes are quick and easy ones made especially for busy weeknights.
15 Spaetzle Noodle Recipe
Easy Spaetzle Recipe (Homemade German Egg Noodles)
Spaetzle Noodles (German Dumplings)
Spaetzle Recipe (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
What do you eat spaetzle with?
Serve the spaetzle with creamy mushroom sauce or mushroom gravy. Serve with authentic veal wiener schnitzel or jaegerschnitzel with mushroom sauce. Spaetzle goes well with Hungarian chicken paprikash and Hungarian goulash. Top the spaetzle with caramelized onions.
What are the ingredients in spaetzle?
Spaetzle are made with flour, eggs, and milk (or water) – you could say they are German egg noodles. The easiest way to make them at home is by using a spaetzle maker. There are many different ones but the one we use is a board with holes in it which comes with a scraper (like this one).
What does spaetzle mean in German?
How do you pronounce spaetzle in German?
What is the difference between gnocchi and spaetzle?
Spaetzle is essentially a pasta style dumpling, similar to gnocchi but smaller and without potato. Unlike gnocchi, spaetzle only takes minutes to make, but it is equally filling.
How do you make spaetzle without a machine?
A colander or cheese grater plane will work great. Just hold the device over a pot of boiling water and pour your batter through. Sometimes it helps to use the back of a spoon or ladle to help push the batter through the holes.
How long does fresh spaetzle last?
Spätzle store very well in the fridge in an airtight container for future use, and are ideal for meal prep when cooked in batches. Spätzle noodles will easily keep for 4-5 days if cooled properly after cooking and kept refrigerated.
Can you reheat spaetzle?
Generally, if you are reheating Spaetzle straight from your refrigerator, the best way to reheat it is by sauteing it on your stovetop. If your Spaetzle has been stored in the freezer, simply thaw it in the fridge and then follow the same sauteing procedure. The microwave is also a viable option for reheating.














