Finnish Nisu – Sweet Bread

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
Finnish Nisu - Sweet Bread recipe for a perfect Scandinavian breakfast or brunch
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Prep

20 min

Cook

30-40 min

Ready In

2h 30 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

2 packages active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water
1 can undiluted evaporated milk , heated to 110 degrees
1/2 - 1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon crushed cardamom , seed
4 eggs , beaten
1/2 cup softened butter
8 -9 cups all-purpose flour
egg , mixed with
milk , for glaze
sliced almonds or plain sugar , for decoration

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
288
Sugar
16g
Fat
9g
This Finnish Nisu sweet bread is an oven-baked pastry enjoyed traditionally for breakfast or brunch in Finland. This soft, buttery, and mildly sweet bread has a unique taste that comes from the combination of cardamom, evaporated milk, and sugar. Sprinkled with sliced almonds or plain sugar, these breads make a cozy and comfortable addition to any breakfast table. The Finnish Nisu sweet bread is easy to make and its taste will remind you of a comfortable, home-cooked meal from Finland.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
2.Add in evaporated milk, sugar, salt, cardamom, eggs, softened butter, and four cups of flour. Mix well until the dough is smooth and elastic.
3.Continue to add flour to the dough sparsely and knead for a few minutes until it is no longer sticky.
4.Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let the dough rise for 1-2 hours in a warm place.
5.Preheat the oven to 350°F. Divide the dough in half, and shape each section into a round loaves. Brush with an egg and milk mixture, and decorate with sliced almonds or sprinkle plain sugar on top.
6.Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown in color and a toothpick comes out clean if inserted.
7.Once baked, remove from the oven, let it cool for a while, and slice and serve with a dollop of jam and tea or coffee.

PROS

The Finnish Nisu sweet bread is a classic breakfast and brunch pastry in Scandinavian countries, with a deliciously light and airy texture and subtle sweetness.

It can be made a day ahead and eaten throughout the week, and can be placed in the freezer for future use.

CONS

Finnish Nisu sweet bread usually has a high amount of sugar and butter.
It may not be ideal for those following a low sugar and butter diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Finnish Nisu sweet bread may not be the healthiest breakfast option due to its high sugar and butter content, but it can be eaten occasionally as a treat or in moderation.
Cardamom has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and can aid in digestion.

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