Mandel Skorpor (Swedish Rusks)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 20

Crispy and crunchy almond-flavored Swedish rusks

by The Chefin Bakery

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

179

Sugar

Fat

10g

Mandel Skorpor, also known as Swedish Rusks, is a traditional Swedish bread recipe. A rusk is a crispy, crunchy, double-baked bread that is similar in texture to a biscotti. Mandel Skorpor, a variation of the Swedish rusk, is flavored with almonds and is perfect for dipping in tea or coffee or enjoying as a snack on its own. This recipe is easy to make and uses simple ingredients, making it a regular item in Swedish households. It can be stored for a few weeks in an airtight container and is a great snack option.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.	Cream together butter and sugar. Beat in eggs and milk. Gradually blend in flour and baking powder. Mix in almond flavoring.
3.	Form the dough into logs 2 inches in diameter.
4.	Place logs on baking sheets and flatten slightly.
5.	Bake 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned.
6.	Cut logs into 1/2 inch slices and place on baking sheets.
7.	Bake again at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

PROS

Mandel Skorpor makes a perfect snack, breakfast, or accompaniment to tea or coffee.
It is easy to make, light and crispy, and stores well.

CONS

It is important to use good quality sliced almonds, as lower quality almonds may have a bitter taste.
Also, there is a chance of burning the rusks if they are not properly monitored while baking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mandel Skorpor contains simple but nutritious ingredients such as eggs, milk, and almonds. The recipe is low in sugar and can be a better replacement for sugary snacks. Moreover, the almonds used in the recipe contain healthy fats, fiber, protein, magnesium and vitamin E, which can have various health benefits like controlling blood sugar, reducing inflammation, and managing cholesterol levels.

	1/2 cup butter
	1 egg ( beaten )
	1/2 cup sugar
	2 tablespoons milk
	1 teaspoon baking powder
	1 3/4 cups flour
	1/2 teaspoon vanilla or 1/2 teaspoon almond flavoring