Pandekagelagkage (Vanilla and Raspberry Pancake Layer Cake)
Birthday Cake – Lagkage or Kagemand? Lagkage or kagemand? Growing up, this was an easy question, as we always chose lagkage for our birthdays. It’s …
Hallongrottor (Swedish Thumbprint Cookies)
We have talked a lot about Danish culture on this blog, particularly the word “hygge.” If you want to learn more, check out our blog post: “‘Hygge’ – Not Just For The Wintertime!”
Makronsnitter (Marzipan and Jam Slices)
One of the best flavor combinations of all time is tart jam and sweet almond marzipan. If you’ve ever had those sweet Anthon Berg chocolates* at Christmastime, then you know exactly what I’m talking about.
Bedstefars Skæg (Raspberry Meringue Cake)
Any Dane reading our translation of this cake as “Raspberry Meringue Cake” will probably chuckle a bit. That’s because it’s not at all what the Danish means. Really, this cake should be called “Grandfather’s Beard.”
Lefse (Norwegian Potato Flatbread)
As you can probably tell by looking through our website, even if just briefly, we’re Danish and American. So of course, most of our recipes are our take on Danish baked goods.
Hjertevafler (Norwegian Heart-Shaped Waffles)
Happy Friday everyone! It’s almost the weekend, which calls for a fun little recipe that we would HIGHLY recommend incorporating into your weekend plans. Today’s recipe is for hjertevafler.
Vandbakkelseskrans (Choux Pastry Ring)
If you’re ever looking for an impressive dessert to make for any special occasion, this is the one. Cake is great and all, but choux pastry is supremely underrated as a dessert!
Æbleskiver (Danish Pancake Balls)
Christmas, or Jul in Danish, is a big deal in Denmark. If you have ever found yourself anywhere in Scandinavia in the winter months, you will understand.
Lagkage (Danish Birthday Layer Cake)
In every family, there are certain foods or dishes that bring back memories. In ours, it’s this birthday layer cake, called a fødselsdagslagkage, or just a lagkage.
