Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
400 ml

milk

lukewarm

50 g

yeast cake

fresh

1 package

dry yeast

60 g

butter

cold

3 tbsp

sugar

1 tsp

salt

600 g

flour

200 g

butter

melted

200 g

brown sugar

Step 1
~4 min

Warm milk to lukewarm.

Step 2
~4 min

Stir yeast into the lukewarm milk until dissolved.

Step 3
~4 min

Rub butter into flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4
~4 min

Add sugar and salt to the flour mixture.

Step 5
~4 min

Combine the milk mixture with the flour mixture.

Step 6
~4 min

Stir until the dough is smooth.

Step 7
~4 min

Divide the dough in half.

Step 8
~4 min

Flatten each portion of the dough to fit into a large pan.

Step 9
~4 min

Let the dough rise in a warm place for 20 minutes.

Step 10
~4 min

Melt the butter for the filling.

Step 11
~4 min

Stir in the brown sugar into the melted butter until combined.

Step 12
~4 min

Drizzle the brown sugar mixture over the risen dough.

Step 13
~4 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a more intense flavor, add a pinch of cardamom to the dough.

Brush the cake with melted butter after baking for extra shine.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be prepared ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coffee or tea.

Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Berries
Vanilla Ice Cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Denmark

Cultural Significance

Traditional Danish cake often served for celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthdays
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Celebration
Birthday
Family Gathering
Holiday

Popularity Score

70/100

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