Best 2 Finnish Carrot Rolls Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Finland with the enticing Finnish Carrot Rolls. These delightful pastry twists are a testament to the country's rich culinary heritage, blending simple ingredients into a symphony of flavors. Picture golden-brown rolls, their flaky layers encasing a vibrant orange filling made from grated carrots, aromatic spices, and a hint of sweetness. Traditionally enjoyed during Lent, these rolls have become a beloved treat throughout the year, gracing coffee tables and festive gatherings alike.

Our curated collection of recipes offers a delightful array of carrot roll variations, catering to diverse dietary preferences and taste buds. From the classic Finnish Carrot Rolls, bursting with traditional flavors, to the Vegan Carrot Rolls, crafted with plant-based ingredients for a guilt-free indulgence, there's a recipe for every palate. For those seeking a gluten-free option, the Gluten-Free Carrot Rolls provide a delicious alternative, while the Carrot Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting add a decadent touch of creamy sweetness.

Whether you prefer the simplicity of the original recipe or are tempted by the creative twists, these carrot rolls are sure to delight your senses. Their enticing aroma, captivating appearance, and delectable taste make them a perfect addition to your baking repertoire.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CARROT ROLLS

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Here's a very traditional Finnish bread recipe. Typically this would be made into rolls, but no reason you couldn't make it into a loaf too. It has a great orange-yellow colour and a mild carrot flavour. It's from my trusty baking book Suuri Leivontakirja - Kotilieden parhaat leivonnaiset.

Provided by kolibri

Categories Yeast Breads

Time 3h20m

Yield 24 rolls

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/2 liter milk or 1/2 liter water
50 g fresh yeast (or dry instant yeast, for quantity look for instructions on the packet)
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons honey
200 g carrots, raw shreadded
100 ml wheat bran
1200 ml bread flour
3 tablespoons oil

Steps:

Mix flour, water or milk, carrots, salt and yeast thoroughly. First mix yeast with sugar and little of the warm water and wait until it's frothy. Then what I do is put all the flour on the work surface and mix it with other dry incredients - then making a well in the centre of the heap where all the liquid goes.
Kneading for gluten. By hand, or course - and I find that using a work surface instead of a bowl works better for me. At first it may be difficult to figure out what the dough should feel like, so use your watch - this should take 7 to 8 minutes. At this time it's also important to observe the dough to make sure you're not putting too much (or too little) flour in it - it's quite normal that you need more or less than in the recipe. Dough is good to go when you can spread little out between your hands and it streches to a very thin skin without breaking (also called "window test"). The dough should be a little sticky at all times, as well as smooth and elastic.
Leave the dough to rise. Put in into an oiled bowl and cover with a cloth - if you put it into a warm place it will rise more quickly, but you can put it into the fridge too (only it will take days then). This can actually be quite useful too - you can put your dough into the fridge, then go out and take it only out when you're ready to bake it. The dough has risen enough when it's doubled in size.
Knocking the dough out again. This is done so that the bubbles that have formed are broken and can be distributed evenly. At this point you want to shape your dough - loafs or rolls, whatever you want.
Second rising. Again, leave for about half an hour in a warm place - this is also one of those things you need to practice with. Remember that bread doesn't rise in the oven anymore like cakes that use baking powder - so you need to let them rise enough to get nice and puffy bread.
Bake in 225 C for 10 - 15 minutes as a guideline but as always nothing beats experience. Generally bread is cooked when you tap the bottom of it with your finger and it sounds hollow - this can be difficult to judge in the beginning though, so use the recipe's guidelines and learn to judge what a good bread sounds like.
Cooling. Warm bread is delicious, but hot bread is disgusting - it's not set yet properly. So put it on a cooling rack for 10-20 minutes and be patient!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.9, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 3, Sodium 116.7, Carbohydrate 24.7, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2, Protein 4

FINNISH CARROT CASSEROLE

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The Finns seem to have many interesting ways of preparing root vegetables. Here is one from Florence Schwartz's "Vegetable Cooking of All Nations". It looks like it would go nicely with roasted meats. Posted for ZWT3.

Provided by Acerast

Categories Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup rice, cooked
2 cups milk
5 medium carrots, peeled and shredded
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
2 eggs
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/3 cup fine breadcrumbs or 1/3 cup cracker crumb

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375°F.
In a bowl combine the rice, milk, carrots, salt, brown sugar and eggs.
Butter a 1-1/2 quart casserole.
Pour the carrot mixture into the casserole.
Combine the bread crumbs with the melted butter; sprinkle over the carrot mixture.
Bake for 40 minutes or until the top is lightly brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.6, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 97.2, Sodium 571.8, Carbohydrate 41.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 5, Protein 8.2

Tips:

For a smoother dough, use a food processor to mix the ingredients.
If the dough is too sticky, add more flour until it forms a smooth ball.
Roll the dough out as thinly as possible to ensure even cooking.
Be generous with the cinnamon sugar filling to create a sweet and flavorful roll.
Bake the rolls until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Serve the rolls warm with your favorite toppings, such as butter, cream cheese, or jam.

Conclusion:

Finnish Carrot Rolls are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dessert. With their simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, these rolls are a great option for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you're looking for a sweet and comforting snack or a unique addition to your holiday table, Finnish Carrot Rolls are sure to be a hit. So gather your ingredients and preheat your oven, because it's time to bake up a batch of these irresistible treats!