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Whole Wheat Spaetzle

Laura Norris
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg or cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2-2/3 cup milk begin with 1/2 and add as needed*
  • 1-2 teaspoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon oregano or parsley optional

Instructions
 

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flour, nutmeg, and salt. Crack the eggs into a smaller bowl, whisk, and then add to the mixer bowl and stir to combine.
  • Add in the milk, stir to combine, then use a dough hook to knead for 18-20 minutes, until you have a soft, batter-like dough.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water (at least 1 quart) to a boil over the stove. Reduce the a strong simmer.
  • Use the spaetzle maker or push the dough through a colander with a wooden spoon to create the noodles and press them into the the water. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the noodles rise to the surface of the water. Use a slotted spoon to remove and transfer to a clean colander or bowl. If needed, cook in batches (which is what I usually do).
  • Heat the butter in a pan. Add the noodles and lightly cooked for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and serve immediately.
  • You can store the noodles in the fridge for three days and easily reheat on the stove.

Notes

*Although I personally used cow's milk and the traditional recipe calls for cow's milk, you can substitute water or non-dairy milk such as almond milk instead.