Austrian desserts and pastries are among the most popular and renowned in the world.
They are recognized for their richness, elegance, and historical connection to the Viennese coffeehouse tradition.
Apfelstrudel and Sachertorte are among the most famous and cherished Austrian desserts.
Apfelstrudel is the traditional apple strudel. It is made of a very thin pastry (rolled by hand) enclosing a filling of spiced apples, cinnamon, raisins, and breadcrumbs toasted in butter. In Vienna, it is traditionally said that the pastry should be so thin that a love letter can be read through it.
Sachertorte is the most famous Austrian dessert of all. It is a dense chocolate cake filled with a thin layer of apricot jam and topped with a smooth dark chocolate glaze. It is always served with unsweetened whipped cream.
Café Sacher is located in the center of Vienna and is one of the most famous historical institutions in the world, famous for guarding and serving the authentic and original Sachertorte recipe.
