Norwegian Cake Doughnuts (Hjortebakkels)
Hjortebakkels are smaller and richer than American cake doughnuts. Not included in prep time is letting the dough rest overnight. Posting for ZWT6 (Scandinavia/Norway)
READY IN: 50mins
SERVES: 15-20
YIELD: 30 doughnuts
UNITS: US
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DIRECTIONS
- Beat eggs until lemon colored.
- Add sugar, flour, butter, whipping cream, baking powder, baking soda, lemon juice and zest and Cognac.
- Mix until stiff dough forms. Let dough stand overnight.
- Form into roll as big around as your finger.
- Cut into 3 inch lengths and form circles by over lapping ends.
- Or roll out 1/4 inch thick and cut with lightly floured doughnut cutter.
- Deep-fry at 350 degrees, turning frequently until puffed and brown.
- Sprinkle with sugar and cardamom to taste.
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