Skolebr\u00f8d, a traditional Norwegian sweet roll, is a delightful treat filled with custard and topped with a delicate icing that\u2019s rolled in shredded coconut. Once a staple in school lunches and a popular item at bake sales, it represents the simple, comforting sweets of the Nordic region.<\/p>\n
For 8 servings:<\/p>\n
– Flour: 250 g
\n– Egg: 1
\n– Butter: 40 g
\n– Salt: 1 pinch
\n– Sugar: 40 g
\n– Active dry yeast: 10 g
\n– Ground cardamom: 1 tsp
\n– Vanilla custard: 250 g
\n– Powdered sugar: 80 g
\n– Shredded coconut: 60 g
\n– Water: 2 tbsp
\n– Milk: 100 ml<\/p>\n
2 hours and 20 minutes<\/p>\n
35 minutes<\/p>\n
15 minutes<\/p>\n
Start by dissolving the active dry yeast in warm milk. Let it sit for a few minutes to activate.<\/p>\n
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, a pinch of salt, and cardamom. Add the egg and the yeast-milk mixture, then knead until the dough is even and smooth.<\/p>\n
Mix in the soft butter and continue to knead until the dough becomes supple, smooth, and slightly elastic.<\/p>\n
Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour, or until it has doubled in size.<\/p>\n
While the dough is rising, prepare the vanilla custard (or you can use pre-made custard to save time). Keep it chilled in the refrigerator.<\/p>\n
After the dough has risen, punch it down to release air, then divide it into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and flatten them slightly.<\/p>\n
Make a well in the center of each flattened ball and fill it with custard. Allow them to rise again for about 30 minutes.<\/p>\n
Bake in a preheated oven at 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C) for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the rolls are lightly golden. Allow them to cool.<\/p>\n
Mix the powdered sugar with water to create a thick but flowing icing. Brush the icing around the edges of the cooled rolls, then immediately dip them in shredded coconut to coat.<\/p>\n
This recipe for Skolebr\u00f8d brings a taste of Norway into your kitchen, combining sweet, creamy, and coconut flavors in a delightful pastry perfect for any occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n