Aebleskiver Round Filled Danish Pancakes Recipe

Indulge in the delightful taste of Aebleskiver, a beloved Danish treat! This recipe, passed down through generations, guides you in creating these golden-brown, airy pancakes with a delightful surprise inside. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these doughnut-shaped delights are traditionally filled with jam, but we'll explore variations including lingonberry preserves and a prune center. Learn the art of turning these fluffy spheres using a fork, knitting needle, or even a toothpick. This recipe uses a special aebleskiver pan (easily found online or at Scandinavian stores), but the results are well worth the effort! Prepare to impress your family and friends with this unique and delicious Danish pastry!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 339.4 kcal
Protein 27g
Rating 4.2 (13 Reviews)
Aebleskiver Round Filled Danish Pancakes

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Ingredients for Aebleskiver Round Filled Danish Pancakes

  • Eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • Flour
  • Baking Powder
  • Sugar
  • Salt
  • Cardamom
  • Butter

How to Make Aebleskiver Round Filled Danish Pancakes

  1. Preheat your aebleskiver pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the wells with vegetable oil.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and buttermilk until well combined.
  4. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the beaten egg whites until just incorporated.
  7. Stir in the cooled melted butter until the batter is smooth.
  8. Fill each well of the preheated pan about ¼ full with batter.
  9. Immediately add about 1/4 teaspoon of lingonberry preserves (or your filling of choice) to the center of each aebleskiver.
  10. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the edges begin to brown and set.
  11. Using a fork, knitting needle, or toothpick, gently turn the aebleskiver to cook the other side. Continue turning until evenly golden brown and cooked through (about 8-10 minutes total).
  12. Serve immediately, warm, with sweetened cinnamon-sugar applesauce. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

37g

Fat

27g

Carbs

15g