Wiener Würstchen im Schlafrock
Wiener Würstchen im Schlafrock, or 'Vienna sausages in a nightgown,' is a classic German comfort food featuring small, smoked pork sausages wrapped in a slice of bacon or, more commonly, a strip of puff pastry or bread dough before being baked until golden. Originating from Austria and popular across German-speaking regions, it transforms simple sausages into a savory pastry-wrapped treat often served with mustard and a side salad.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat due to the sausage and pastry, with a moderate calorie count of roughly 300-400 per serving depending on the pastry type and portion size. It provides a good source of protein and B vitamins from the meat, but is also rich in saturated fat and sodium.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Carbs | 2 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Zinc | 2.0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.5 µg |
| Niacin (B3) | 3.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
| Selenium | 10 µg |
| Thiamine (B1) | 0.3 mg |
| Cholesterol | 40 mg |
Per 1 sausage (approx. 50-60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The name 'im Schlafrock' (in a nightgown) is a playful nod to the pastry wrapping that envelops the sausage like a cozy garment, reflecting the German love for whimsical food names. Nutritionally, it's a hearty, energy-dense meal that balances indulgence with practicality, often enjoyed as a quick supper or festive snack.
