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Krumkake

A traditional Norwegian wafer cookie, light and crispy with a delicate buttery flavor. These decorative cookies are cooked on a special iron and rolled into cones while still hot, perfect for filling with cream or enjoying on their own.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time
50 min
Serves
6
Difficulty
Medium
Per serving
401 kcal
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Vegetarian

Allergen information: may contain eggs, gluten, and milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Krumkake

Mise en place

Ingredients

Measurements

Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.

  • 2 pcslarge egg
  • 0.75 cupgranulated sugar
  • 113 gunsalted butter, melted
  • 120 mlheavy cream
  • 1 tspvanilla extract
  • 1 cupall-purpose flour
  • 0.5 tspground cardamom(optional)

Equipment

krumkake roller · krumkake iron · spatula · wire rack · mixing bowl · whisk

The method

Step by step

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.

    About 3 min

  2. 2

    Gently stir in the melted butter, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until just combined.

    About 2 min

  3. 3

    Add the all-purpose flour and optional ground cardamom to the wet ingredients.

    About 2 min

    Cook’s note: Sifting the flour can help prevent lumps for a smoother batter.

  4. 4

    Whisk everything together until the batter is smooth and has the consistency of thin pancake batter.

    About 3 min

  5. 5

    Preheat a krumkake iron over medium heat on your stovetop, or follow the manufacturer's instructions for an electric model.

    About 5 min

    Cook’s note: The iron is ready when a drop of water sizzles and evaporates immediately.

  6. 6

    Drop about a tablespoon of batter onto the center of the hot iron, then gently close the lid.

    About 1 min

  7. 7

    Cook for about 30-60 seconds, or until the cookie is a light golden brown. You may need to flip the iron if it's a stovetop model.

    About 20 min

    Cook’s note: Cooking time will vary depending on your iron and heat source, so cook the first one as a test.

  8. 8

    Working quickly, open the iron, lift the hot cookie with a thin spatula, and immediately roll it around a krumkake cone or the handle of a wooden spoon.

    About 5 min

    Cook’s note: The cookies are very pliable when hot but harden in seconds, so you must roll them immediately.

  9. 9

    Hold the rolled cookie on the form for a few seconds to set its shape, then slide it off onto a wire rack to cool completely.

    About 2 min

  10. 10

    Repeat the process with the remaining batter, greasing the iron occasionally if needed.

    About 2 min

Per serving

Nutrition

Calories
401kcal
Protein
4.8g
Carbs
41.2g
Fat
24.7g
Fibre
0.6g
Sugar
25.9g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them crisp.

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