How to Make Lefse II - A Step-by-Step Guide

Lefse is a traditional Norwegian flatbread that is popular during the holiday season. It is a soft and thin pancake-like bread typically made with potatoes, flour, and butter. There are many variations of lefse, but this recipe for Lefse II is a delicious and easy-to-make version that is perfect for serving with butter, sugar, or even savory toppings.

Making lefse is a time-honored tradition in many Norwegian households, and the process of rolling out the dough and cooking the bread o...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 6 tablespoons light corn syrup
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 pieces

  • In a large bowl, mix by hand sour milk or buttermilk, corn syrup, sugar, soda, cardamom, and flour until mixture becomes a soft pliable dough.
  • Divide the dough into 12 or so pieces. Roll out each piece until about 1/8 inch thick.
  • Bake on a lightly floured griddle over very low heat for 12 to 15 minutes per side. Serve warm with your favorite cheese or jam.
  • Nutrition

    186 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 1mg
    • Sodium: 81mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 31mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 70mg