**Aebleskiver: Danish Balls of Delight**
Aebleskiver, also known as Danish pancakes or Danish puffs, are bite-sized spherical treats that originated in Denmark. These fluffy and delectable balls of dough are a popular breakfast or brunch dish, often served with a dusting of powdered sugar and a dollop of jam or syrup. Their unique round shape is achieved by cooking them in a special pan with hemispherical indentations, giving them a crispy exterior and a soft, airy interior. This article presents a collection of aebleskiver recipes that cater to different dietary preferences and flavor profiles, ensuring that everyone can enjoy these delightful pastries. From classic aebleskiver with a touch of cardamom to gluten-free and vegan variations, these recipes provide a delightful culinary journey into the heart of Danish cuisine. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your aebleskiver pan, and let's embark on a delicious adventure with these irresistible Danish delights.
AEBLESKIVER (DANISH PANCAKE BALLS)
Based on a recipe from Sunset's Breakfast & Brunches cookbook. You will need an ebelskiver (aebleskiver or aebelskiver) pan to make this; we purchased our NordicWare one at L.L. Bean's in Freeport, Maine. "The tender ball-shaped pancakes the Danish call "aebleskiver" derive their roundness from the iron in which they're cooked.... To make perfectly round aebleskiver, you must frequently lift and turn the baked section of each ball. They will eventually seal themselves, creating a hollow in each center. Serve with your favorite jam or preserves." When we make these, we experiment by placing the jam, preserves, or chocolate inside the aebleskivers!
Provided by mersaydees
Categories High In...
Time 30m
Yield 12-15 pancake balls
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sift flour with salt, baking powder, granulated sugar, and cardamom in medium-size bowl. Combine egg, milk, and 2 tablespoons of butter in small bowl. Add wet mixture to dry combination and stir until blended and smooth.
- Note: If your ebelskiver pan is new and isn't Teflon coated, season it by preheating it to medium-hot - until water dripped onto the surface sizzles. Brush entire cooking surface generously with salad oil. Continue to heat just until oil smokes, then remove from heat and let cool completely. Wipe clean and your ebelskiver is ready for use. If your old ebelskiver seems to stick, wash its cooking surface in soapy water. Then season as directed above.
- Place a seasoned aebleskiver pan over medium heat until water sprinkled in pan sizzles. Brush each cup lightly with some of the remaining butter. Fill each cup approximately 2/3 full with batter. About 30 seconds later, a thin shell forms on the bottom of each pancake ball. Coerce unbaked batter to flow out by sticking a slender wooden or metal skewer into baked portion and gently pulling shell almost halfway up.
- Continue to rotate each pancake ball about every 30 seconds as the shell begins to set, pulling up the baked shell to let remaining batter flow out into cup. After about four turns, the ball should be almost formed and you can turn it upside down to seal.
- Continue baking, rotating the balls frequently until they are an even golden brown and a skewer inserted in center comes out clean. Using skewer, lift balls from pan when baked. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Serve immediately, or keep warm for as long as 30 minutes in a bun warmer or cloth-lined basket on an electric warming tray. Dust with powdered sugar. Break each ball in half, fill with jam, and eat out-of-hand.
AEBLESKIVER
Aebleskiver - a Danish dessert, like doughnut holes, but sweeter and much better traditionally served with glogg during the Advent. Cooked in a cast iron pan that resembles an egg poacher. Serve hot with syrup, jam or powdered sugar.
Provided by Lisa G.
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Scandinavian
Time 30m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a clean glass or metal bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until they can hold a stiff peak. Set aside.
- Mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, sugar, egg yolks, melted butter and buttermilk at one time and beat until smooth. Gently fold in the egg whites last.
- Put about 1tablespoon of vegetable oil in the bottom of each aebleskiver pan cup and heat until hot. Pour in about 2 tablespoons of the batter into each cup. As soon as they get bubbly around the edge, turn them quickly (Danish cooks use a long knitting needle, but a fork will work). Continue cooking, turning the ball to keep it from burning.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Cholesterol 18.4 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 124.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
AEBLESKIVER
Years ago, a friend returned from visiting her family in Denmark and brought back her family recipe for aebleskiver. After hearing her rave about these tasty Danish pancake balls sold in bakeries and at street markets there, I ordered an aebleskiver pan. I've been making them ever since. -Kristine Chayes, Smithtown, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast
Time 25m
Yield about 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk egg yolks and buttermilk until blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Stir into egg mixture just until moistened. In a small bowl, beat egg whites on high speed until stiff but not dry. With a rubber spatula, gently stir a fourth of the egg whites into batter. Fold in remaining egg whites. Place a greased aebleskiver pan over medium heat. In batches, pour 1 tablespoon batter into each cup. Top with a peach piece and another 1 tablespoon batter. Cook until bubbles on top begin to pop and bottoms are golden brown. Turn; cook until second side is golden brown. Serve warm with confectioners' sugar. Freeze option: Freeze cooled pancakes between layers of waxed paper in a freezer container. To use, place pancakes on an ungreased baking sheet, cover with foil and reheat in a preheated 375° oven until heated through, 5-10 minutes. Or, place on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high until heated through, 45-90 seconds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 530mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
AEBLESKIVER (DANISH PANCAKES)
As a young girl, I constantly craved Saturdays and Sundays when my mother would prepare these small delicious pancakes. Now as a college student, I still look forward to Christmas time when our family is together and my mother and I prepare an overwhelming amount to feed family members! Definitely add in any kind of jam, peanut butter, honey, Nutella®, chocolate chips, fruit (diced apples, blueberries, etc.); the possibilities are endless and so delicious!
Provided by ellie
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Pancake Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Stir the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves together in a large bowl; mix in the egg, milk, butter, and vanilla until just combined.
- Heat an aebleskiver pan over medium heat; prepare with cooking spray.
- Pour the batter into each cup to about 2/3 full. Allow the batter to cook in the bottom of the cup 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown. Don't forget which cup you placed the batter in first, it's all about rotation! Use a long skewer or knitting needle to lift one edge and give it a 1/4 turn. The uncooked batter will spill over into the cup, and cook. Continue lifting and turning the edges until the batter is fully cooked into a golden brown ball. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 34.2 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 361.5 mg, Sugar 5 g
LAURA'S FAMOUS AEBLESKIVER
Traditional Danish breakfast treat that's a cross between a pancake and a popover. Made using a special aebleskiver pan. Often served during Christmastime. Serve with confectioners sugar sprinkled over top. Maple syrup or jam are also delicious!
Provided by Laura
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Pancake Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Sift the flour, salt, and baking soda together in a bowl. Add the buttermilk and egg yolks; stir until you have a batter.
- In a separate large glass or metal mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy until soft peaks form. Lift your beater or whisk straight up: the egg whites will form soft mounds rather than a sharp peak. Fold the egg whites into the prepared batter.
- Place an aebleskiver pan over medium heat; prepare each cup with cooking spray. Pour the batter into each cup to about 2/3 full. Cook until golden brown on each side, using a toothpick to flip, 1 to 2 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.1 calories, Carbohydrate 53.9 g, Cholesterol 144.4 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1078.4 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
AEBLESKIVER (ROUND, FILLED DANISH PANCAKES)
This Danish delicacy is served in many Danish-American homes, including mine. A special pan is needed; even though new pans are available, many cooks favor the old cast-iron pans, which are handed down from generation to generation. You can get them at many scandanavian specialty stores, and can also order them online. In Denmark, aebleskiver is served as a dessert with sugar or marmelade. On the island of Aero, a small sliver of prune is put in the middle as they are cooked. There are many different recipes, and this one is my family's favorite. We put a little jam, preferably lingonberry preserves, in the middle of our aebleskivers as they are cooking, before turning them, and we eat them with sweetened cinamon-sugar applesauce. You will need a little practice in turning these doughnut-like treats. A fork works, but some practiced "turners" use a knitting needle, preferably wooden, or a similar device such as an ice pick. Even a toothpick will do.
Provided by AB_Fan
Categories Breakfast
Time 30m
Yield 24 aebleskivers, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Beat egg whites until stiff; set aside.
- Beat egg yolks and buttermilk together.
- Sift dry ingredients together and add to liquid mixture.
- Add the melted butter and mix together until smooth.
- Fold in beaten egg whites.
- Fill pan cups about 1/4 full of oil and heat.
- Fill pan cups with batter. If you are adding jam, jelly, or applesauce to the middle add it now, only about a 1/4 teaspoons
- Bake until the edges are bubbly.
- Turn (using a fork, knitting needle, or toothpick) and continue turning until evenly browned and toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
DANSK AEBLESKIVER (DANISH DOUGHNUTS)
My husband is from Denmark, and making this traditional Danish favorite is a family affair. I make the batter, my husband does the cooking, and the kids help us make them disappear! We like to dip our aebleskivers in raspberry jam, maple syrup, and powdered sugar. The cardamom gives them that something extra. No wonder this recipe is a family favorite! Danish cooks use a long knitting needle to turn the doughnuts, but you can use a fork, too.
Provided by Luanne
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat an electric aebleskiver pan according to the manufacturer's directions.
- Beat together the eggs, buttermilk, and butter in a mixing bowl until smooth. Gradually whisk the flour, salt, sugar, baking soda, and cardamom into the egg mixture until evenly blended and smooth.
- Spoon 1 tablespoon of shortening into each cup of the preheated aebleskiver pan, and allow the oil to heat. Pour batter into each cup until 3/4 full. Allow the batter to cook in the bottom of the cup 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown, then use a long skewer or knitting needle to lift one edge and give it a 1/4 turn. The uncooked batter will spill over into the cup, and cook. Continue lifting and turning the edges until the batter is fully cooked into a golden brown ball. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 34.4 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 114.8 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
DANISH AEBLESKIVER (EBLESKIVER)
This is a nice simple recipe for aebleskivers. Nothing to wait for overnight. Just mix up whenever you like. You can choose to add jam for a filling or as a spread once served.
Provided by kjdick
Categories Breakfast
Time 17m
Yield 30 Aebelskivers, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a mixing bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another mixing bowl stir together milk and egg yolks until well combined. Add to flour mixture. Stir until smooth.
- In a small bowl beat egg whites with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form (tips stand straight). Gently fold beaten egg whites into batter, leaving a few puffs of egg white. Do not overbeat.
- Place an aebleskiver pan over medium heat; lightly brush each cup with oil. When the oil sizzles, use about 2 tablespoons of the batter to fill each cup 2/3 full. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes. As a thin shell forms, use a fork or wooden toothpick to gently invert the cooked portion and allow the uncooked portion to flow into the cup. Invert each aebleskiver and cook until all shells are set and all sides are sealed. Continue rotating and cooking until they are evenly golden brown and a wooden toothpick inserted in their centers comes out clean.
- If you choose to add jam to the center just add a small amount of jam to the middle of batter right after you put the batter in the pan. Use toothpick or spoon to push batter over top of jam. If you choose to add a filling make sure not to fill the cups to full of batter(1/2 - 2/3 full). Then continue to cook and flip as the directions say.
- Note: If you are having sticking uses with the pan you may need to crank up to heat, add more oil, or both.
- Use a fork or wooden toothpick to transfer each aebleskiver to a plate. Serve immediately or keep warm in a loosely covered ovenproof dish in a 300 degree F oven. If desired, serve with jam, jelly, honey, syrup, or applesauce and sprinkle with powdered sugar. Makes 30 aebleskiver.
AEBLESKIVER
I remember these from a cooking class in Junior High School. This recipe was found on the net and is posted by request-but I can tell you these are good. You will need the Aebleskiver pan to do this.
Provided by Diana Adcock
Categories Breads
Time 16m
Yield 35 balls
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium bowl beat the egg whites to stiff peaks form, set aside.
- In a large bowl beat yolks and sugar until well blended.
- Add all remaining ingredients except whites and beat until smooth.
- Fold in whites until well blended.
- Heat your greased aebleskiver pan over medium heat.
- Its ready when drops of water sizzle.
- Fill each cup with about 1 T.
- of batter.
- Cook 2 to 3 minutes on one side, flip and cook 2 to 3 minutes on the other.
- Both sides should be golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
- Roll in powdered sugar and serve with jam if desired.
AEBLESKIVER = DANISH PANCAKE BALLS
No one is sure how the Danes invented their delicious round pancake, but there is a bit of folklore that goes something like this. A long time ago when Vikings roamed the Nordic lands a group of Vikings finished a difficult battle, weary and hungry. They returned to their ship, heads hung low in defeat. Seeking to lift their...
Provided by Nancy J. Patrykus
Categories Pancakes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Beat egg whites until stiff. Set aside. Beat rest of ingredients until batter is smooth. Fold in egg whites.
- 2. Heat a well seasoned Monks Pan and a Aebleskiver Pan ( the same thing) over medium high heat, add 1/8 teaspoon of butter to each hole, to a point where butter sizzles on the surface. Fill each hole 3/4 full with the batter. Be sure to butter each hole for the next round of batter.
- 3. When browned on one side( almost right away). Feel free to turn them several times. When done lightly run a knife around the edges before turning. Then turn with a chop stick, knitting needle or a plastic fork. Always do a taste test. You usually have to turn only once. With practice it gets easier. Do not get discouraged.
- 4. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve with maple or your favorite syrup. Personally I love blueberry syrup!
- 5. Aebleskiver, means apples. This was the traditional way to make these.. filled with chopped apples. Now you can find them made with various fruits. They can be refrigerated and are delicious served re-warmed in the microwave for 24-35 seconds.
- 6. This recipe makes 12. Feel free to double it..for 24. I have a neighbor that uses pancake batter! You might like to try that batter, in a pinch. I understand TRADER JOE'S sell them frozen! Here in Spokane WA. the OLD EUROPEAN RESTAURANT serves them all day. Picture # 5 is from the Old European........YUMMY!!
DANISH AEBLESKIVER - BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS RECIPE RECIPE - (4.3/5)
Provided by hazelljbmh
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In mixing bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another mixing bowl stir together milk and egg yolks until well combined. Add to flour mixture. Stir until smooth. In a small bowl beat egg whites with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Gently fold beaten egg whites into batter, leaving a few puffs of egg white. Place an aebleskiver pan over medium heat; lightly brush each cup with oil. When the oil sizzles, use about 2 tbsps of the batter to fill each cup 2/3 full. (if adding filling put on top now and then add a little more batter to cover filling). Cook for 1 to 2 minutes. As the thin shell forms, use a fork or a toothpick to gently invert the cooked portion and allow the uncooked portion to flow into the cup. Invert each aebleskiver and cook until all shells are set and all sides are sealed. Continue rotating and cooking until tey are evenly golden brown and a wooden toothpick inserted in their centers comes out clean. Use fork or toothpick to transfer each aebleskiver to a plate. Serve immediately or keep warm in a loosely covered ovenproof dish in a 300 degree oven.
SOLVANG AEBLESKIVER RECIPE - (2.5/5)
Provided by AzWench
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients together stirring just to moisten the dry ingredients. Cook in hot Aebleskiver pan (about 325°F) that has been oiled, fill indentations to top, turning about 1/4 turn at a time until done. Serve with raspberry preserves and a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
DANISH AEBLESKIVER
By requested which is pretty cool as I just inherited my mother in laws pan this pass weekend! I'm excited! Guessing at prep and cooking time.
Provided by Charlotte J
Categories Breakfast
Time 25m
Yield 1 batch
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat aebleskiver pan until hot.
- Put small amount of melted fat in each cup and add 2 tablespoons batter.
- When batter starts to bubble and edges are browned, turn over with a fork and bake on other side.
- Serve while hot, with jelly and sugar.
AEBLESKIVER
Aebleskiver - is a Danish dessert, like doughnot holes, but sweeter and much better. Traditionally served with glogg during the Advent. Cooked in a cast iron pan that resembles an egg poacher. Serve hot with syrup, jam, or powdered sugar.
Provided by ElizabethKnicely
Categories Breakfast
Time 30m
Yield 40 aebleskivers, 30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a clean glass or metal bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until they can hold a stiff peak. Set aside.
- Mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, sugar, egg yolks, melted butter and buttermilk at one time and beat until smooth. Gently fold in the egg whites last.
- Put about 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in the bottom of each aebleskiver pan cup and heat until hot. Pour in about 2 tablespoons of the batter into each cup. As soon as they get bubbly around the edge, turn them quickly (Danish cooks use a long knitting needle, but a fork will work). Continue cooking, turning the ball to keep it from burning.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.9, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 15.8, Sodium 118.9, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 1.2, Protein 1.8
Tips:
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting. This helps them combine more evenly and creates a smoother batter.
- Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in tough, dense æbleskivers.
- Use a well-seasoned æbleskiver pan. This will help prevent the æbleskivers from sticking and will ensure they cook evenly.
- Cook the æbleskivers over medium heat. This will help them cook through without burning.
- Flip the æbleskivers frequently. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from burning.
- Serve the æbleskivers immediately with your favorite toppings.
Conclusion:
Æbleskivers are a delicious and easy-to-make Danish treat. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. With a few simple ingredients and a little patience, you can create these delicious pastries at home. So next time you are looking for a special treat, give æbleskivers a try!
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