Norwegian Coffee Cake

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 17
Tasty Norwegian Coffee Cake perfect for breakfast or a snack
in Bakery

Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup hot water
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup butter , plus
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 eggs
2 tablespoons cold water
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 -2 tablespoon cream
1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
510
Sugar
32g
Fat
33g
Norwegian Coffee Cake is a traditional cake of Norway, usually paired with tea or coffee. It is soft and fluffy, with a light almond flavor and a drizzle of sugar on top. This cake is perfect for a quick breakfast or as an afternoon snack. Its recipe is effortless and can be prepared with some basic ingredients easily available in any household. The nutritional values of the cake make it an occasional indulgence, but the taste is worth trying at least once.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
2.Combine hot water, shortening, and 1/2 cup of butter in a large bowl. Stir until melted.
3.Add flour and salt to the bowl and mix well.
4.Beat eggs in a separate bowl and stir into the mixture.
5.Add cold water and stir again.
6.Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
7.Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8.Melt remaining butter in a small pan. Remove from heat and stir in powdered sugar, cream, and almond extract. Drizzle over the cake.

PROS

Soft, moist, and delicious Norwegian Coffee Cake is easy to make and perfect for breakfast or a snack.
The recipe is straightforward and requires only a few ingredients.

CONS

The cake is high in calories and sugar and should be consumed in moderation as a part of a balanced diet.
It is not a gluten-free recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The cake is rich in calories and sugar, but there are some health benefits of its ingredients. Almonds, which have been used in the recipe, are good for the heart and have anti-inflammatory properties. Shortening is a rich source of vitamin E, and butter is a source of vitamin A, E, and K. Eggs in the recipe provide high-quality protein.

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