Serinakaker is a Norwegian butter cookie made with flour, granulated sugar, eggs, and topped with pearl sugar.[1] They have a similar texture to shortbread and are served around Christmastime. Occasionally, they are topped with slivered almonds or various nuts.[2]
.jpg) Plate of serinakaker | |
| Type | Cookie |
|---|---|
| Course | Dessert |
| Place of origin | Norway |
| Main ingredients | Butter |
| Ingredients generally used | Granulated sugar, flour, pearl sugar |
History
editThe first incarnation of serinakaker was in a household management text by Hanna Winsnes from 1845 called “Textbook in the various branches of the household”.[3][4] Serinakaker have been prevalent in Norway, since before the introduction of the oven, being originally prepared using a hot iron.
While the origin of the name is still debated, the common theory is that it was named after a woman named Serena, who would bake them frequently.[citation needed]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Norwegian Butter Cookies (Serinakaker)". Adamant Kitchen. 19 November 2019.
- ^ "Serinakaker (Norwegian Christmas Cookies)". North Wild Kitchen. 21 December 2018.
- ^ "Norwegian Butter Cookies (Serinakaker)". Adamant Kitchen. 19 November 2019.
- ^ "Nasjonalbiblioteket". www.nb.no. Retrieved 2023-06-25.
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