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Danish Aebleskiver
Danish Aebleskiver are delightful, puffy pancake balls traditionally cooked in a special cast-iron pan called a "munk" pan. Often enjoyed during the holidays or at festive gatherings, these treats are golden brown on the outside and fluffy on the inside. They are a cherished specialty in Danish cuisine, known for their spherical shape and ability to hold fillings or toppings like powdered sugar, jam, or jelly. While typically served hot, they’re just as delicious when cooled, making them perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine Scandinavian
Servings 4
Calories 310 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1¼ cups flour
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • 2 eggs (separated)
  • 1½ cups buttermilk ( or sour milk)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare Egg Yolks and Milk

  • Beat 2 egg yolks until well blended. Mix with 1 cup of buttermilk.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar, baking soda, and baking powder.

Step 3: Combine Wet and Dry

  • Add egg yolk mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir until smooth. Add remaining ½ cup of buttermilk and vanilla.

Step 4: Fold in Egg Whites

  • Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into batter.

Step 5: Prepare Pan

  • Heat aebleskiver (or “munk”) pan. Grease each cup with lard or vegetable shortening.

Step 6: Cook the Aebleskiver

  • Fill each cup halfway with batter. Cook until brown on one side, then turn and brown the other side.

Step 7: Serve

  • Remove from pan. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with jelly or jam.

Tips

  • Use a traditional æbleskiver pan for best shape and even browning
  • Lard gives the most authentic flavor, but vegetable shortening works well
  • Serve with powdered sugar and jelly as written, or with jam or preserves
  • Keep cooked æbleskiver warm in a low oven while finishing batches
  • Do not overfill pan cups, batter expands as it cooks
  • Turn gently with a skewer or fork to keep them round
  • These freeze well and reheat nicely
  • Can be eaten hot or cold, as noted on the card

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 9gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1.5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 320IUCalcium: 120mgIron: 1.8mg
Keyword comfort food, holiday treat, Scandinavian breakfast, skillet cooked, traditional pancakes, vintage recipe
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