Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups rye flour
- 1 cup wheat flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ginger
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup mashed potatoes
- 1/4 cup milk
Special equipment needed:
- Rolling pin
- 4-inch round cookie cutter
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer
- Pastry brush
- Baking sheet
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine rye flour, wheat flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
3. Add butter and mix until crumbly.
4. In another mixing bowl, combine sour cream, egg, mashed potatoes, and milk.
5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
6. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness.
7. Cut out circles using a 4-inch round cookie cutter.
8. Place the circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Use a pastry brush to brush the tops of the circles with a little bit of milk.
10. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Temperature:
350°F
Serving size:
Makes 12-15 sklandrausis
Nutritional information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- All-purpose flour can be used instead of rye flour and wheat flour.
- Greek yogurt can be used instead of sour cream.
- Margarine can be used instead of butter.
- Sweet potatoes can be used instead of mashed potatoes.
Variations:
- Add raisins or dried cranberries to the dough.
- Add lemon zest to the dough.
- Add a dollop of jam on top of each sklandrausis before baking.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the dough is rolled out evenly to ensure even baking.
- Use a sharp cookie cutter to cut out the circles.
- Brushing the tops of the sklandrausis with milk helps them brown evenly.
Storage instructions:
Store sklandrausis in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat sklandrausis in the oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes or until warmed through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve sklandrausis on a platter with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Garnishes:
Garnish sklandrausis with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Pairings:
Serve sklandrausis with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve sklandrausis with a side of fresh fruit or a salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little bit more milk.
- If the dough is too wet, add a little bit more flour.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to wash your hands and all utensils before and after handling food.
Food history:
Sklandrausis is a traditional Latvian dessert that dates back to the 16th century.
Flavor profiles:
Sklandrausis has a sweet and spicy flavor with a slightly tangy taste from the sour cream.
Serving suggestions:
Serve sklandrausis as a dessert or as a snack.
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Region: Latvian