Aebleskiver (Danish Pancake Balls)

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 2
A delicious and traditional Danish pastry in the form of small fluffy pancake balls
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom or 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 egg , beaten
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine , divided , melted and cooled
powdered sugar
fruit jam or preserves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
237
Sugar
9g
Fat
8g
Aebleskiver is a beloved pastry in Denmark, often enjoyed during the holiday season and at special events. Made with simple ingredients like flour, sugar, and milk, the batter is cooked in a special pan with spherical indentations to create perfectly round and fluffy pancake balls. Traditionally served with jam or preserves, Aebleskiver also lends itself well to sweet or savory filling variations like Nutella, cheese, or apple slices. Impress your guests by serving this unique and delicious treat at your next brunch or dessert gathering!

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, sugar, and cardamom/cinnamon
2.Add in beaten egg, milk, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter, then whisk until the batter is smooth
3.Heat an aebleskiver pan over medium-low heat, and brush the indentations with melted butter
4.Pour batter into each indentation, filling them 2/3 full
5.Once the edges start to set, use a skewer or fork to gently turn the pancake ball until all sides are golden brown
6.Remove from pan, dust with powdered sugar, and serve immediately with fruit jam or preserves.

PROS

Crispy exterior with a soft and fluffy inside, customizable with different fillings, a fun and unique way to enjoy pancakes.

CONS

Requires a special pan to cook, can be time-consuming to prepare each individual pancake ball.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Aebleskiver are not necessarily the healthiest breakfast option due to their high carb and sugar content, adding in fresh fruit as a topping can provide some added nutrients like vitamins and fiber.

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