Æbleskiver (Danish Dough Fritters) is a traditional Danish recipe for a classic fritter made from a pancake-style batter cooked in a special moulded pan and which, originally, had apple slivers inserted into the centres. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Danish version of: Danish Dough Fritters (Æbleskiver).
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This is a classic Danish snack or dessert that are essentially pancakes that are cooked in a special moulded pan with 7 or 9 holes (known as a Æbleskivepande i stbejern) so that the fritters come out as small balls. They can be cooked in small tart tins (but will not come out round). Originally a small sliver of apple was placed in the centre of the dough before cooking (which is where the name Æbleskiver originates from). You can add other fruit, a little jam or nuts, or you can leave them plain.
These fritters are particularly popular in December, but they can be prepared as a treat at any time of year.
Ingredients:
375g plain flour
3/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
3 eggs
750ml buttermilk
butter for cooking
Method:
Sift together the flour, baking soda and salt into a bowl. Beat the eggs, form a well in the centre, add the eggs and buttermilk then mix into a smooth batter. Set aside to rest for 30 minutes.
Place a little butter in each well of your pan (or tart tin) and heat on the hob or in your oven until melted. Pour the batter into the wells until about 3/4 full then place back on the heat. After about 1 minutes, when the batter is lightly golden you can add your pieces of fruit, nuts or jam (if you choose). At this point turn the fritters over and return to the heat. Cook for about 6 minutes, turning the fritters over frequently during this time.
Keep the fritters warm in the oven as you finish cooking the remaining batter (add a little butter to the wells before cooking each batch). Serve warm accompanied by jam and icing sugar.
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