Danish Aebleskiver
Transport your taste buds to Denmark with this delightful recipe for Danish Aebleskiver, a classic Nordic treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat! These fluffy, spherical pancake puffs are made with a rich batter of buttermilk, eggs, and a hint of vanilla, delivering a lightly sweetened, golden-brown exterior and a tender interior. The secret to their perfectly round shape lies in the iconic aebleskiver pan and the gentle art of flipping them halfway through cooking using a skewer or chopstick. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a festive treat, these bite-sized wonders can be served warm with a dusting of powdered sugar, a drizzle of syrup, or a dollop of jam or Nutella for an extra touch of indulgence. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this recipe yields 24 servings of pure Danish comfort food, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter (for greasing pan)
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a medium bowl, beat the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.
Heat an aebleskiver pan over medium heat. Once hot, lightly grease each well of the pan with vegetable oil or melted butter.
Fill each well of the aebleskiver pan about three-quarters full with the batter. Allow the batter to cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the edges begin to set and bubbles form on the surface.
Using a skewer, chopstick, or small offset spatula, gently turn each aebleskiver halfway to allow batter to flow out and create the spherical shape. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes on the other side until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the aebleskiver from the pan and transfer them to a plate. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed between batches.
Serve the aebleskiver warm. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar, drizzle with syrup, or fill the centers with jam or Nutella. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2094 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.1 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.4 g | 232% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 552 mg | 184% | |
| Sodium | 3370 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 237.4 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.2 g | ||
| Protein | 53.4 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.4 mcg | 42% | |
| Calcium | 663 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1075 mg | 23% | |
*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.
