Danish Aebleskiver
🕒 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes
📝 Description: Aebleskiver, a delightful Danish dessert akin to doughnut holes but with a sweeter and more nuanced flavor profile, is a cherished treat traditionally enjoyed alongside glogg during the Advent season. Cooked to perfection in a specialized cast iron pan reminiscent of an egg poacher, these spherical delights are best served piping hot, accompanied by a drizzle of syrup, dollop of jam, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
🥧 Recipe Category: Dessert
🔎 Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Danish, Scandinavian, European, Kid Friendly, Kosher, <30 Mins, Deep Fried, Inexpensive
🛒 Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 cups |
| Baking powder | 2 teaspoons |
| White sugar | 2 tablespoons |
| Baking soda | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Butter, melted | 1/2 cup |
| Buttermilk | 4 cups |
| Eggs, separated | 2 |
| Vegetable oil | as needed |
📋 Recipe Instructions:
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Preparation: Ensure you have an aebleskiver pan ready for cooking.
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Whip Egg Whites: In a clean bowl, whip the egg whites until they form stiff peaks, creating a light and airy texture for your aebleskiver batter.
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Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, and white sugar. Mix well to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
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Incorporate Wet Ingredients: To the dry ingredients, add the melted butter and buttermilk. Mix until a smooth batter forms.
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Fold in Egg Whites: Gently fold in the whipped egg whites into the batter mixture, ensuring not to deflate them entirely. This step adds an extra fluffiness to your aebleskiver.
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Preheat Aebleskiver Pan: Place the aebleskiver pan over medium heat and add a tablespoon of vegetable oil to each cup. Allow the oil to heat until it shimmers, indicating it’s hot enough for cooking.
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Pour Batter: Pour approximately two tablespoons of the prepared batter into each cup of the hot aebleskiver pan.
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Rotate and Cook: As soon as the edges of the aebleskiver begin to bubble and set, swiftly rotate them using a knitting needle or fork. Continue rotating the balls to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
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Serve: Once the aebleskiver are evenly golden brown and cooked through, remove them from the pan and transfer them to a serving platter.
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Enjoy: Serve the freshly cooked aebleskiver hot, accompanied by your choice of syrup, jam, or powdered sugar for a delightful treat reminiscent of Danish tradition.
With this recipe, you can recreate the warmth and coziness of Danish cuisine right in your own kitchen. Whether enjoyed as a sweet snack or a festive dessert, these fluffy and flavorful aebleskiver are sure to delight friends and family alike.
