Lembas Recipe: Elvish Waybread for Lord of the Rings Fans ๐ฟ๐
Overview:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Servings: 2 dozen
- Calories: 1771.7 per serving
- Rating: โญโญโญโญ (based on 1 review)
Description:
Lembas, inspired by the iconic waybread of the elves from J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings, is a delightful treat crafted with care to evoke the flavors and essence of Middle-earth. These light, crispy cakes, delicately scented with orange zest and flower water, are perfect for indulging your inner hobbit or treating fellow fans to a taste of fantasy.
Ingredients:
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup honey
- 1 orange (zest)
- 2 tbsp orange flower water
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup semolina flour
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | In a blender, combine eggs, honey, orange zest, orange flower water, and almonds. Blend for 3 minutes on high speed. | 3 mins |
| 2 | Add 1 cup of flour to the blender and blend for an additional minute until well incorporated. | 1 min |
| 3 | Scrape the mixture into a bowl and add the remaining flour and salt. | |
| 4 | Whisk the ingredients together until well blended. | |
| 5 | Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto a hot pizzelle or krumkake iron. Bake for about 15 seconds or until lightly browned. | 15 secs |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1771.7
- Fat: 55.8g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Cholesterol: 340mg
- Sodium: 907.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 286.2g
- Fiber: 12.4g
- Sugar: 141.6g
- Protein: 43.7g
Recipe Notes:
- Storage: Store Lembas in an airtight container to maintain their crispiness.
- Variations: Experiment with adding different nuts or dried fruits to customize your Lembas.
- Presentation: Serve Lembas alongside a cup of tea or as a sweet treat at your next Middle-earth-themed gathering.
This recipe, crafted with love and a touch of magic, is sure to transport you to the enchanting world of Tolkien’s imagination with every bite. Enjoy the taste of adventure with this delightful homage to the elves’ legendary waybread! ๐
