Norwegian Waffles with Brunost and Jam
Thin, heart-shaped Norwegian waffles, often served with traditional brown cheese (brunost) and a dollop of berry jam. These are a popular treat for 'koselig' (cozy) gatherings.
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🧂 Ingredients
- 300 g All-purpose flour
- 50 g Granulated sugar
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Cardamom(ground)
- 3 large Eggs
- 500 ml Milk
- 100 g Melted butter
- as needed Brunost (Norwegian brown cheese)(thinly sliced)
- as needed Berry jam(such as strawberry or raspberry)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cardamom.
💡 Pro Tips: Ensure all dry ingredients are well combined. - 2
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, then whisk in the milk and melted butter.
💡 Pro Tips: Make sure the butter is not too hot when adding to the eggs. - 3
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- 4
Preheat a Norwegian waffle iron (or a standard waffle iron) according to manufacturer's instructions. Lightly grease if necessary.
💡 Pro Tips: Norwegian waffle irons are typically heart-shaped and thinner than American ones. - 5
Pour about 1/2 cup of batter onto the hot waffle iron and cook for 2-4 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
💡 Pro Tips: Adjust cooking time based on your waffle iron. - 6
Repeat with the remaining batter, stacking waffles on a wire rack to keep them from getting soggy.
💡 Pro Tips: Serve immediately for the best texture. - 7
Serve warm waffles topped with thin slices of brunost and a spoonful of berry jam.
💡 Pro Tips: The sweetness of the jam balances the caramel notes of the brunost.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For crispier waffles, let the batter rest for 15-20 minutes before cooking.
- ✓If you don't have a heart-shaped waffle iron, a standard one will work, though the texture might be slightly different.
- ✓Brunost can be found in specialty food stores or Scandinavian delis. It has a unique, slightly sweet, caramel-like flavor.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a tablespoon of vanilla extract to the batter for extra flavor.
- Serve with whipped cream and fresh berries for a more decadent treat.
- Use lingonberry jam for a classic Scandinavian pairing.