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Norwegian cardamom rolls

Norwegian Cardamom Rolls: Sweet Bites of Comfort and Joy

Indulge in homemade Norwegian cardamom rolls, sweet and soft treats infused with cardamom and chocolate chips.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
First Rise 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 12 minutes
Servings: 9 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Norwegian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour A key ingredient for structure.
  • 1/2 cup sugar Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 cup milk Can be substituted with non-dairy milk.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh yeast Can substitute with dry yeast, halve the amount.
  • 1 teaspoon finely ground cardamom Freshly ground is best.
  • 1/2 cup butter Softened, can use margarine for dairy-free.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Dark chocolate enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Dough Hook
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • kitchen towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warm 1 cup of milk to about 20°C (lukewarm). Stir in crumbled fresh yeast until dissolved.
  2. In a bowl, mix 4 cups of flour, 1/2 cup of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of cardamom. Pour in milk-yeast mixture and mix with an electric mixer on medium for 10 minutes.
  3. Gradually blend in 1/2 cup of softened butter, then fold in 1 cup of chocolate chips.
  4. Cover the bowl with a towel and let the dough rise in a warm area for 1.5 hours or until doubled.
  5. Punch down dough, divide into 9 portions, shape into balls, and proof for 45 minutes on a lined baking sheet.
  6. Preheat oven to 225°C (440°F) and brush tops with 3 tablespoons of milk or an egg wash.
  7. Bake rolls for around 12 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep the rolls fresh in an airtight container; can freeze for up to 3 months.

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