Hulda’s Krumkake

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Traditional Norwegian dessert for your afternoon tea - Hulda's Krumkake

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

156

Sugar

11g

Fat

Hulda's Krumkake is a traditional Norwegian dessert that is often served with coffee or tea on special occasions like Christmas or weddings. The cookies are made with a thin batter, which is poured onto a Krumkake iron and baked over the stove top. When done, the cookie is rolled into a cone shape while still warm and left to cool, which gives it its signature shape. Krumkake is popular in several Scandinavian countries and is usually served with whipped cream or jam in the center.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until thoroughly combined.
2.	Add in the freshly ground cardamom, brandy and melted butter, mixing well each time.
3.	Slowly add in the cold water, mixing continuously.
4.	Add in the flour and whisk the mixture until smooth.
5.	Preheat a Krumkake iron over the stove top.
6.	Once heated, pour a tablespoon of the batter onto the iron, close the lid and bake for a minute or two, until the cookie is lightly golden.
7.	Remove the cookie from the iron with a spatula and place them on a cooling rack.
8.	Repeat the process with the remaining batter.

PROS

Hulda’s Krumkake is a traditional, delicious dessert that is perfect for afternoon tea or as a snack any time of the day.

The cookies have a crispy texture with a delicate, buttery flavor.

CONS

Krumkake can be a bit tough to make, especially if you’re not used to baking cookies on a stove top.

Also, these cookies are relatively high in calories and sugar.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dessert is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The fresh cardamom used in the recipe has been linked to supporting digestive health and regulating blood pressure.

	3 eggs
	2/3 cup sugar
	1/2 teaspoon cardamom , freshly ground pods
	1 tablespoon brandy
	6 tablespoons butter , melted
	1/3 cup water , cold
	2/3 cup flour