Norwegian Cake Doughnuts (Hjortebakkels) Recipe

Name: Norwegian Cake Doughnuts (Hjortebakkels)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 eggs; 2 cups sugar; 8 cups flour; 1/2 cup butter, melted; 1/2 cup whipping cream; 1/8 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; juice & zest of one lemon; 2 tablespoons cognac; sugar, to taste; cardamom, to taste; oil (for frying)

Servings: persons

8 eggs
2 cups sugar
8 cups flour
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
juice & zest of one lemon
2 tablespoons cognac
sugar, to taste
cardamom, to taste
oil (for frying)

1
Beat eggs until lemon colored.
2
Add sugar, flour, butter, whipping cream, baking powder, baking soda, lemon juice and zest and Cognac.
3
Mix until stiff dough forms. Let dough stand overnight.
4
Form into roll as big around as your finger.
5
Cut into 3 inch lengths and form circles by over lapping ends.
6
Or roll out 1/4 inch thick and cut with lightly floured doughnut cutter.
7
Deep-fry at 350 degrees, turning frequently until puffed and brown.
8
Sprinkle with sugar and cardamom to taste.

1853

kcal

Calories

Fat

286

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 eggs, 2 cups sugar, 8 cups flour, 1/2 cup butter, melted, and more.

Yes, Norwegian Cake Doughnuts (Hjortebakkels) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Norwegian Cake Doughnuts (Hjortebakkels)

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