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Krumkaka from Mary Krepp
Krumkaka, meaning “curved cake” in Norwegian, is a delicate Scandinavian cookie made using a patterned iron and quickly rolled into a cone while hot. Traditionally flavored with cardamom and filled with whipped cream or enjoyed plain, these crisp, golden treats are especially popular during Christmas and special occasions. Their signature cone shape and embossed patterns make them as beautiful as they are delicious, offering a unique blend of tradition and indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine Scandinavian
Servings 48 cookies
Calories 78 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ¼ tsp ground cardamom
  • 1⅓ cups sifted flour
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions
 

Step 1: Beat Eggs and Sugar

  • Beat eggs until light. Gradually add sugar, beating until thick and lemon-colored.

Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients

  • Stir in cardamom. Sift together flour and salt.

Step 3: Mix Batter

  • Blend dry mixture into egg mixture alternately with heavy cream.

Step 4: Prepare Iron and Cook Batter

  • Heat krumkaka iron over medium heat. Place 1 tbsp batter slightly off center on back half of iron.
  • Bring top of iron down gently, press firmly (don’t squeeze out batter), and scrape off excess from edges.

Step 5: Bake and Shape

  • Bake about ½ minute on each side or until lightly browned.
  • Remove from iron and quickly roll on cone-shaped form. Let cool completely.

Tips

  • Work quickly when shaping, cookies harden within seconds after removal from the iron
  • Keep finished cookies in an airtight tin to maintain crispness
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon alongside cardamom for a warmer spice profile
  • Fill cooled cones with whipped cream or custard just before serving
  • Lightly butter the iron only if sticking occurs
  • For uniform cookies, use a level tablespoon of batter each time
  • Let batter rest 10 minutes for slightly smoother texture
  • Dust finished cookies lightly with powdered sugar for presentation

Nutrition

Calories: 78kcalCarbohydrates: 8.5gProtein: 1.1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.4gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 12mgPotassium: 18mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 5.5gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg
Keyword cardamom, festive baking, heirloom, holiday cookie, norwegian, thin waffle cookie, traditional, vintage
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