Best 3 Norwegian School Bread Recipes

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**Discover the Delightful Norwegian School Bread and More: A Culinary Journey**

Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Norway with our exploration of the beloved Norwegian School Bread. This cardamom-scented sweet roll, adorned with a crisp pearl sugar topping, holds a special place in Norwegian hearts and is often enjoyed during special occasions like Christmas and school events. In this comprehensive article, we present not just one, but three enticing recipes that showcase the versatility of this delectable treat.

Our first recipe stays true to the classic Norwegian School Bread, providing a detailed guide to creating these cardamom-scented rolls from scratch. For those seeking a simpler approach, we offer an alternative recipe using pre-made puff pastry, ensuring equally delicious results with minimal effort. And for those with a sweet tooth craving something extra, our third recipe introduces a delightful variation filled with a creamy almond paste, adding an extra layer of flavor and texture.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our recipes are carefully crafted to guide you through each step of the process, ensuring success in your baking endeavors. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to indulge in the irresistible flavors of Norwegian School Bread, along with two additional tempting variations that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COPYCAT SCHOOL BREAD



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"Elsa? Do you wanna make some dooooonuts?"

Provided by Taylor Gibb

Time 2h

Yield 1 dozen pastries

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Mix together milk and butter and heat either on stovetop or in microwave until warm (about 90°F).
  • Stir in yeast and sugar, and let sit until the yeastie-beasties look foamy (mine took about 10 minutes).
  • Add cardamom, then flour about a cup at a time and mix with hands or standing mixer and dough-hook until dough pulls off the side of the bowl. #SpoonTip: You may need to add a little more flour here, but the dough should still be super sticky so it doesn't dry out!
  • Place dough ball in lightly-greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and allow to rise until doubled in size-about 1 hour.
  • Once the dough has risen, punch it down, knead briefly until smooth, and make an 18-inch "dough caterpillar" to cut into 12 equal pieces.
  • Roll each section into a ball and place on parchment paper to rise for about 20 more minutes until dough has "puffed" but not spread.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. While buns are proving, prepare pudding mix as directed, but stir in the 2 teaspoon vanilla as it cooks. Put in fridge to chill.
  • Beat egg and brush over the top of the buns, then put in the oven to bake for 15 minutes, or until shiny and golden-brown on top.
  • Cut a small round hole in the top of each bun for filling. Feel free to eat the leftover pastry, or use it to attract passing reindeer (as is Norwegian tradition).
  • Whisk powdered sugar with enough water or milk to make a thick glaze. Pour glaze into one shallow bowl, and put coconut in another. Dip the top of each bun in glaze, then in coconut, and set aside to dry.
  • Finally, spoon prepared pudding into each bun, and feel free to garnish with more coconut or cardamom for decoration.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature. Pairs delightfully with hot tea, cocoa, or a passing Norwegian polar bear (as pictured).

NORWEGIAN SCHOOL BREAD (SKOLEBRøD)



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Learn how to make Norwegian school bread (skolebrød), a special vanilla cream or vanilla pudding-filled treat for your kid's lunch.

Provided by Kari Diehl

Categories     Brunch     Dessert

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons freshly ground cardamom
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 (5.1-ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 egg, well beaten
6 tbsp. powdered sugar (plus 1 tbsp. water, mixed to form a light glaze)
Shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Combine milk and butter and heat in a saucepan over medium-high heat just until milk is scalded (when small bubbles rise uniformly across surface of liquid). Remove from heat and cool until "finger-warm."
  • Stir yeast and sugar into lukewarm milk and allow to sit for 10 minutes. The surface should begin to bubble as yeast proofs.
  • After 10 minutes, stir in cardamom and flour until dough pulls away from sides of mixing bowl.
  • Cover bowl with a clean kitchen towel and allow to rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
  • Punch down dough when it has risen, remove to a floured surface, and knead until smooth and shiny.
  • Use hands to roll dough into a thick 18-inch-long "snake," then cut this length into 20 equal pieces.
  • Roll each piece between hands into a spherical bun and place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Cover buns again with towel and allow to rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
  • Prepare pudding mix as directed, only reducing milk to 2 1/2 cups. Allow pudding to thicken at room temperature while buns rise.
  • Preheat oven to 375 F. Gently press down center of each bun to form a well after they have risen. Fill with 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons of pudding (there will probably be some pudding left over). Allow to rise for an additional 10 minutes.
  • Brush well-beaten egg onto edges and sides of buns.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, until golden brown.
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool.
  • In a small bowl, mix the confectioners' sugar with the water. Brush the sugar glaze on top of buns, around but not over pudding "eye." Dip into shredded coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 130 mg, Sugar 20 g, Fat 4 g, ServingSize 20 buns (20 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

NORWEGIAN SCHOOL BREAD



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Make and share this Norwegian School Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Scarlett516

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 2h15m

Yield 20 buns

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
1 (2 1/4 teaspoon) package active dry yeast
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons freshly ground cardamom
4 cups flour
1 (5 1/8 ounce) package vanilla instant pudding mix
1 egg, well-beaten
6 tablespoons powdered sugar plus 1 tbsp. water, mixed to form a light glaze
shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Combine milk and butter in a sauce pan over medium-high heat until scalded. Remove from heat and let sit until it is lukewarm.
  • Add the yeast and sugar to the milk and allow to sit for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the cardamom and flour until the dough pulls away from the sides of the mixing bowl.
  • Cover with a clean towel and let rise about 1 hour, until doubled in size.
  • When the dough has finished rising, punch it down, turn out onto a floured surface, and knead until smooth and shiny.
  • Roll the dough into an 18" long log and slice into 20 equal sections. Roll each section into a ball and place on a lightly greased baking sheet.
  • Cover the buns and allow to rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
  • Prepare the pudding mix as directed, except reduce the milk to 2.5 cups. Allow pudding to thicken at room temperature while the buns are rising.
  • Preheat oven to 365°F
  • Once the buns have finished rising, use your finger to poke a well in the top center of each bun. Scoop 1-1.5 tbsp pudding into each well. Allow dough to rise 10 more minutes.
  • Brush a well-beaten egg over the edges and sides of the dough.
  • Bake in oven for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Remove from oven and brush the dough with the sugar glaze, being careful to not get the glaze on the pudding. Dip into shredded coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.2, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 19.2, Sodium 133.7, Carbohydrate 32, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 11.8, Protein 3.7

Tips:

  • Use fresh yeast for the best results. If you're using active dry yeast, proof it in warm water with a little sugar before adding it to the dough.
  • Make sure the butter is cold and diced before adding it to the dough. This will help to create flaky layers in the bread.
  • Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic. This will help to develop the gluten in the dough, which will give the bread a chewy texture.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This will allow the yeast to ferment and produce carbon dioxide gas, which will give the bread its light and airy texture.
  • Bake the bread at a high temperature for a short amount of time. This will help to create a crispy crust and a soft and fluffy interior.
  • Brush the bread with melted butter as soon as it comes out of the oven. This will help to keep the bread moist and prevent it from drying out.

Conclusion:

Norwegian school bread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its soft and fluffy interior, crispy crust, and sweet filling, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special bread to serve, give Norwegian school bread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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