Kanelbullar: The essential Swedish recipe for the festive season

Published on 29 Nov 2024

There it is, the Christmas season is launched at the speed of a snowball, bringing with it its share of comforting pastries and friendly moments spent with family behind the stove.

In Sweden, these warm moments are also in the spotlight, and one sweet specialty stands out in particular: the kanelbullar, these irresistible cinnamon rolls.

Although these little buns are enjoyed all year round, they are particularly enjoyable when the temperatures drop: imagine a cozy evening by the fire or decorating the tree, accompanied by the spicy and captivating scent of these Swedish cinnamon rolls.

And since they're surprisingly easy to prepare, why not give it a try?

Here is a simple and delicious recipe (inspired by Taste buds and pupils, with our personal touch), tested and approved by us!

The ingredients for successful Kanelbullar

For the dough:

75 g of soft butter
250 ml of milk (we opted for a vegetable version)
1 sachet of baker's yeast
2 generous pinches of salt
1 teaspoon cardamom (can be replaced with cinnamon)
100 g sugar
460 g flour

For the filling:

Preparation Steps: Easy Cinnamon Rolls

Step 1: Prepare the dough

Start by hydrating the yeast in the warm milk for 5 minutes. Then add the other ingredients and knead until you get a smooth and supple dough (it should be slightly sticky and elastic). Let rise in a warm place until the dough doubles in volume, between 30 minutes and 2 hours, depending on your yeast.

Step 2: Spread and garnish

Divide the dough into two portions and roll each piece into a rectangle. Prepare the filling by mixing the softened butter, sugar and cinnamon. Spread this mixture evenly over the rectangles of dough.

Step 3: Roll and Cut

Roll each rectangle lengthwise, then cut into 2-3cm pieces to form your kanelbullar. Arrange them on a baking tray, making sure to space them out. Let them rest again until they puff up.

Step 4: Cooking

Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 10 to 20 minutes, until golden brown but still soft.

Step 5: Taste

Enjoy them straight out of the oven for an explosion of flavors! 😋

Gourmet tip: Our little extra that makes all the difference!

Toss your cinnamon rolls in a hot pan with a knob of butter for a few moments or gently grill them over a campfire. This little twist adds a touch of crunch and an irresistible smoky flavor.

Conservation and Practicality

Good news: the kanelbullar are freeze Very good! Prepare a large quantity and defrost them as needed to enjoy these Scandinavian specialties whenever you feel like it!

So, what do you think of this sweet Swedish specialty? We look forward to hearing from you!

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