Best 4 Norwegian Nuts Recipes
Norwegian nuts, also known as nøtter, have long been a staple in Norwegian cuisine. Their rich and buttery flavor makes them a popular snack and an essential ingredient in many traditional dishes, from hearty stews to sweet baked goods. Whether you're looking for a simple snack or a creative culinary exploration, this article will help you discover the best recipes for cooking Norwegian nuts and unlock their full flavor potential.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
NORWEGIAN COOKIES
This recipe was passed down to me from my mother-in-law. The soft sugar cookies are a favorite with our four children. —Karen Skowronek, Minot, North Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield About 4-1/2 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add egg and extracts; beat until well. Add flour and nuts; beat just until moistened. Cover and chill 1 hour or until firm enough to handle., Preheat oven to 350°. Shape into 1-in. balls; place 2 in. apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Flatten to 1/4-in. thickness with a glass dipped in colored sugar. Sprinkle with additional sugar if desired. Bake until cookies are set, 10-12 minutes. Cool on pans 2 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
NORDIC 'STONE AGE' NUT AND SEED BREAD
Make and share this Nordic 'stone Age' Nut and Seed Bread recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Diane
Categories Nuts
Time 1h5m
Yield 1 loaf
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine all nuts and seeds in large bowl.
- add salt, olive oil and eggs.
- stir well to combine.
- spoon into parchment lined load pan; pressing down and flattening the top.
- bake at 325 for one hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 5828.6, Fat 523.6, SaturatedFat 63.6, Cholesterol 930, Sodium 4400.4, Carbohydrate 170.3, Fiber 108.1, Sugar 20.6, Protein 194.8
NORWEGIAN PFEFFERNERSE
A traditional Norwegian Christmas recipe.
Provided by RETTTS
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Scandinavian
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar. Stir in the powdered ammonia and chopped almonds. Knead in the flour. Roll dough into 1 inch balls and freeze for 1 hour.
- preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Take cookies out of the freezer and bake for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.8 g, Cholesterol 32.5 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 2 mg, Sugar 20.2 g
NORWEGIAN HERB-NUT BREAD
A savory bread that is good with butter or cheese. It goes well with soups and stews. From "Home Cooking" by Mary Poulos Wilde. (Cooking time includes rising time).
Provided by Acerast
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 2h50m
Yield 1 loaf
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the water and let stand until it is spongy.
- In a large warm mixing bowl, pour the hot milk over the sugar, butter, salt and herbs; stir to melt the butter.
- When mixture cools to 110F -115F, stir in beaten egg and yeast mixture.
- Gradually add about half of the flour, stirring first with a wooden spoon or dough hook if using an electric mixer.
- Mix in the nuts.
- Add just enough flour to make a soft, nonsticky dough.
- Turn out on a lightly floured surface, knead until the dough is satiny.
- Lightly oil a large, warm bowl and place the dough inside, turning once to cover with oil.
- Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let stand in a warm place (80F) until it has doubled in size, about 1 hour and 10 minutes.
- Knock the dough back and shape into a loaf.
- Place in a buttered or oiled bread loaf pan and again set in a warm spot until it doubles in size, about 45 minutes.
- Bake at 375F about 30 minutes or until the loaf is brown and sounds hollow when thumped with your fingers.
- Turn out to cool on a wire rack.
- Slice thickly and store in a plastic bag to keep it moist.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1786.8, Fat 79.8, SaturatedFat 36.3, Cholesterol 350.6, Sodium 2800.4, Carbohydrate 238.6, Fiber 33.7, Sugar 52.3, Protein 51
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality nuts. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your recipes.
- Toast your nuts before using them. This will bring out their flavor and make them more fragrant.
- Don't overcook your nuts. They should be slightly golden brown and still have a bit of a bite to them.
- Experiment with different types of nuts. There are many different types of nuts available, so don't be afraid to try new ones.
- Use nuts in a variety of dishes. Nuts can be used in everything from salads to desserts.
Conclusion:
Nuts are a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are a good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. By following these tips, you can make the most of nuts in your cooking.
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