Norwegian raisin buns recipe

Norwegian Raisin Buns recipe

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This Norwegian raisin buns recipe is a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of raisins with a soft and fluffy dough. These buns are perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, and they are sure to please both kids and adults alike. The recipe is easy to follow, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or toasted with a dollop of butter, these Norwegian raisin buns are a delicious way to start your day.

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Norwegian raisin buns recipe details

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Ingredients

200 g	raisins
100 ml	port, sherry or orange juice
1 kg	plain flour
150 g	sugar
3 tsp	salt
3 tsp	ground cardamom
800 ml	milk
1 ½ tbsp	dried active yeast
1 medium	egg, beaten
150 g	butter, softened
1 medium	egg, whisked, as glaze

Instructions

Makes approximately 24 buns.

Soak the raisins in the fortified wine or juice for several hours, overnight if possible. Stir a few times at intervals to ensure that everything is coated and some of the liquid absorbed. Drain and discard surplus liquid immediately before use.

In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cardamom, raisins and salt. A stand mixer may be used, if required.

Warm the milk in a pan to lukewarm. Remove from heat and add the yeast. Stir and add to the flour mixture and mix together with a wooden spoon, if not using a mixer. Add the egg and butter. Blend together for a few minutes until an elastic dough is formed. It should be slightly sticky, but not excessively so. Add a little more flour if required. Form into ball and allow to rise, covered with cling film, for about an hour.

Preheat oven to Gas Mark 6, 200°C, 400°F.

Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface and divide into 24 pieces (divide in half, then each in half again – twice, and finally each into 3), or more if you want smaller buns. Form dough pieces into slightly flattened balls between your hands. Place the shaped pieces on a greased baking tray or a baking tray lined with parchment and allow to rise for about 30 minutes.

Glaze the buns with the remaining egg and bake for 15-20 minutes (smaller ones will require slightly less, probably 12-15), until golden brown. Allow buns to completely cool on a wire rack before serving.

Preparation time:
ca. 40 min
Resting time:
ca. 2 hrs
Grade of difficulty:
medium
Calories per portion:
n/a