Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
5 unit

eggs

weighed in shell

5 unit

flour

same weight as eggs

5 unit

sugar

same weight as eggs

5 unit

butter

same weight as eggs, melted

1 tsp

vanilla

1 tsp

cardamom

ground

Step 1
~5 min

Melt butter and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 2
~5 min

In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy.

Step 3
~5 min

Add vanilla extract, cardamom, cooled melted butter, and flour to the egg mixture.

Step 4
~5 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly until a smooth batter forms.

Step 5
~5 min

Preheat your krumkake iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Step 6
~5 min

Place a teaspoon of batter onto the hot krumkake iron.

Step 7
~5 min

Close the iron and bake until the krumkake is golden brown, about 30 to 40 seconds.

Step 8
~5 min

Carefully remove the krumkake from the iron.

Step 9
~5 min

Immediately shape the warm krumkake into a cone using a wooden cone form, or roll it onto a stick.

Step 10
~5 min

Let the krumkaker cool completely to crisp up before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the krumkake iron is preheated properly for even cooking.

Shape the krumkaker quickly while they are still warm and pliable.

Store cooled krumkaker in an airtight container to maintain crispness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and stored in an airtight container.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coffee or tea.

Dust with powdered sugar.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Lingonberry jam

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Norway

Cultural Significance

A traditional Christmas cookie in Norway.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Special Occasions

Occasion Tags

Christmas
Holiday
Party
Celebration

Popularity Score

65/100

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