Aebleskiver Poffertjes
Delight in the cozy charm of **Aebleskiver Poffertjes**, a beloved Scandinavian-inspired treat that combines the puffed elegance of Danish aebleskiver with the bite-sized whimsy of Dutch poffertjes. These golden, pillowy bites feature a subtly sweet batter infused with aromatic ground cardamom and vanilla, creating a warm and inviting flavor profile. Lightened with whipped egg whites for an airy texture, they’re cooked to perfection in a specialized pan, resulting in gorgeously puffed morsels with a tender interior. Ideal for brunch, desserts, or festive occasions, serve these versatile treats dusted with powdered sugar and accompanied by syrup, jam, or fresh fruit for dipping. With a quick 15-minute prep and cook time, this recipe is a deliciously simple way to bring European charm to your table. Perfect for anyone searching for "authentic aebleskiver recipe" or "easy poffertjes tutorial."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 pieces large egg yolks
- 1.25 cups milk
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 pieces large egg whites
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil or butter (for greasing the pan)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
- as desired syrup, jam, or fresh fruit (for serving, optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cardamom, and salt. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until a smooth batter forms. Be careful not to overmix.
In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites with a hand mixer or stand mixer until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter using a spatula. This helps keep the batter light and airy.
Heat an aebleskiver or poffertjes pan over medium heat and lightly grease the wells with butter or neutral oil.
Once the pan is hot, fill each well about 3/4 full with batter. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until the bottoms are golden brown.
Using a skewer or small fork, carefully flip each aebleskiver or poffertje to cook the other side. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden and puffed.
Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed between batches.
Transfer the cooked aebleskiver poffertjes to a plate and dust with powdered sugar, if desired.
Serve warm with syrup, jam, or fresh fruit on the side for dipping or topping. Enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1737 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.9 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.6 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 490 mg | 163% | |
| Sodium | 1293 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.5 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.9 g | ||
| Protein | 41.8 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 474 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 857 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
