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Swedish Kardemummabullar Recipe

Swedish Kardemummabullar Recipe

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Sweden with these aromatic Kardemummabullar, also known as Swedish cardamom buns. With their soft, pillowy texture and fragrant aroma of cardamom, these buns are a beloved treat enjoyed throughout Sweden, especially during fika, the Swedish coffee break tradition.

The recipe begins with a simple dough made from flour, milk, butter, sugar, yeast, and ground cardamom. After proofing and rolling out the dough, a luscious filling of butter, sugar, and more cardamom is spread generously before the dough is rolled up and cut into individual pieces.

Once shaped, the buns are left to rise again before being baked to golden perfection. A finishing touch of pearl sugar adds a delightful crunch to the top of each bun, though it’s optional if unavailable.

These Kardemummabullar are not only a delight for the taste buds but also a feast for the senses, filling your kitchen with the irresistible scent of freshly baked bread and cardamom. Whether enjoyed alongside a steaming cup of coffee or savored on their own, these Swedish cardamom buns are sure to become a cherished favorite in your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 00g all-purpose flour
  • 250ml milk
  • 75g unsalted butter
  • 75g granulated sugar
  • 10g active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the filling:

  • 75g unsalted butter, softened
  • 75g granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cardamom

For the topping:

  • Pearl sugar (optional)
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Heat milk until warm, then stir in butter until melted. Let cool.
  2. Combine flour, sugar, yeast, cardamom, and salt. Add milk mixture, stir to form dough.
  3. Knead dough for 5-7 minutes, place in oiled bowl, let rise for 1-2 hours.
  4. Mix softened butter, sugar, and cardamom for filling.
  5. Roll out dough, spread filling, roll up, cut into pieces.
  6. Place rolls on baking sheet, let rise for 30-45 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F). Brush rolls with beaten egg, sprinkle pearl sugar.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Cool on wire rack before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the milk is warm but not too hot to avoid killing the yeast.
  • Don’t skip the rising times, as they are crucial for achieving a light and fluffy texture.
  • Adjust the amount of cardamom to taste, as it can be quite strong for some palates.

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