How to Make Scandinavian Almond Bread - A Step-by-Step Guide

Scandinavian Almond Bread, also known as Mandel Bread or Mandelbrodt, is a traditional sweet treat that has been enjoyed for generations in the Nordic countries. This delightful confection is a staple at holiday gatherings, family celebrations, and coffee breaks across Scandinavia. The recipe has been passed down through the generations and has remained a beloved favorite for its irresistible combination of crunchy almonds, sweet flavors, and comforting aromas.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 ¼ cups white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons almond extract
  • ⅔ cup heavy cream
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a loaf pan with wax paper, then spray with cooking spray.
  • Place the butter into a heavy saucepan, and melt over medium heat. Allow the butter to simmer until foam rises to the top of the butter, 5 to 10 minutes. Gently skim away the foam and discard; pour the golden, clear layer of butter through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl to remove remaining milk solids, avoiding pouring any milk solids left in the bottom of the pan. Allow the clarified butter to cool.
  • Beat sugar and egg with an electric mixer in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in the baking powder and almond extract. Stir in the clarified butter. Pour in the flour alternately with the cream in 2 or 3 installments, mixing until just incorporated. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 50 to 60 minutes. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Nutrition

    249 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 54mg
    • Sodium: 86mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 21g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 27mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 32mg