Waffles and Knitting

What is the link between Norwegian knitting and Norwegian waffles? They are both strongly inherited in our culture and history. 

And, today is the Norwegian Waffle Day - yes there is a day for most things in life 🧇

Norwegian waffles (or "vafler" as they are called in Norwegian) are a type of waffle that is a popular snack or dessert in Norway. They are typically made with a batter that includes flour, sugar, eggs, milk, and often, sour cream and cardamom. Norwegian waffles are different from Belgian or American-style waffles in that they are thinner, softer, and have smaller squares.

The traditional way to serve Norwegian waffles is with a dash of sour cream and a spoonful of jam, usually strawberry or raspberry ... or the typical Norwegian brown goat cheese. A sweet cheese that is very Norwegian and the type of cheese that you either love or hate :D 

Norwegian waffles are a beloved part of Norwegian culture and are often served at social gatherings, including family gatherings, church events, and celebrations. They are also a popular snack to enjoy on ski trips or outdoor excursions.

If you want to give them a try, here is my recipe. 

• 3 eggs
• 1 dl sugar 
• 5 dl kefir milk (people also use ordinary milk and water, but the kefir gives it a sour taste to it that I personally like) 
• 350 grams flour
• 1 ts baking powder 
• 1 ts vanilla powder 
• ½ ts cardamom
• 125 g melted butter/margarine

Smash it all into a bowl and beat until you get a smooth batter ... let it rest for half an hour before you start cooking them. If it is too thick you can add some more milk or a small amount of water. Make sure you add it in small increments, if the batter is too thin it becomes more like pancakes - the Norwegian thin pancakes that is, what many of you call crepe ;)  

Enjoy!  

And if you want more Norwegian traditions, the Norwegian Knitting Magic Level 1 is open for registration right now, CLICK here to read more

Waffle and knitting vibes from Anne :)