Leona’s Lefse

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 14

Leona's Lefse: A Traditional Norwegian Flatbread Recipe

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	7 Yukon Gold potatoes
	1/4 cup butter , melted
	1 teaspoon white sugar
	1 cup all-purpose flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

115

Sugar

Fat

Lefse is a traditional Norwegian flatbread that can be served with butter, brown sugar, or cinnamon. It is made with potatoes, flour, butter, and sugar and is a popular dish in Norway during the holiday season. Lefse has a soft texture and is usually rolled thin like a tortilla and cooked over a griddle until brown spots appear on both sides. Lefse can be enjoyed on its own or served with sweet or savory toppings. This recipe is a classic Norwegian recipe for making lefse that has been passed down through generations.

Instructions

1.	Place potatoes with skin on in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 25-30 minutes, or until potatoes are tender. Drain and peel the skin.
2.	Mash the potatoes in a large mixing bowl with a potato masher.
3.	Add melted butter and sugar to the mixing bowl and mix well.
4.	Add flour to the potato mixture and mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth.
5.	Roll the dough into small balls and flatten using a rolling pin or a lefse rolling pin.
6.	Cook on a hot griddle until brown spots appear on both sides.
7.	Serve with butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.

PROS

Leona’s Lefse is a delicious and easy-to-make flatbread that can be served with different spreads such as butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.

It is a classic Norwegian recipe that has been enjoyed for generations and can be enjoyed with different dishes.

CONS

Lefse is made with potatoes, which can make it a little starchy.
The dough is also delicate and can be challenging to handle if you’re a beginner baker.

The recipe takes some time to prepare and requires a lefse rolling pin, which some people may not have.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Leona’s Lefse is not particularly healthy but can be enjoyed as an occasional treat. Potatoes are a good source of carbs and fiber and contain some vitamins and minerals.
However, this recipe also contains butter and sugar, which can add calories and fats to the dish.