Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Lingonberry jam, for serving
Special equipment needed:
- Rolling pin
- Lörtsy mold (can be found online or at specialty kitchen stores)
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, butter, sour cream, sugar, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
2. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape each into a ball.
3. Preheat a lörtsy mold on medium heat.
4. Roll out each ball of dough into a thin circle that will fit into the mold.
5. Place the rolled-out dough into the mold and press it down gently.
6. Crack an egg into a small bowl and whisk in the vanilla extract.
7. Brush the egg mixture onto the dough in the mold.
8. Spoon a tablespoon of lingonberry jam onto one half of the dough.
9. Fold the other half of the dough over the jam and press the edges together to seal.
10. Cook the lörtsy in the mold for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
11. Remove the lörtsy from the mold and repeat with the remaining dough and jam.
12. Serve warm with additional lingonberry jam on the side.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
8 lörtsy
Nutritional information:
Calories: 280
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Protein: 4g
Sodium: 75mg
Sugar: 8g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Lingonberry jam can be substituted with any other type of jam or preserves.
Variations:
- Add a sprinkle of cinnamon to the jam before folding the dough over.
- Use a different type of fruit jam or preserves for a different flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the lörtsy mold is preheated before adding the dough to prevent sticking.
- Don't overfill the lörtsy with jam, or it may leak out during cooking.
- Serve the lörtsy warm for the best flavor and texture.
Storage instructions:
Store any leftover lörtsy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat, place the lörtsy in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes, or until warmed through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the lörtsy on a plate with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprig of fresh mint.
Garnishes:
Whipped cream and fresh mint.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
None needed.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of milk at a time until it comes together.
- If the lörtsy sticks to the mold, use a thin spatula to gently loosen it before removing.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the lörtsy is cooked through before serving.
Food history:
Lörtsy is a traditional Swedish pastry that originated in the town of Jakobstad. It is typically filled with a sweet or savory filling and is often served as a snack or dessert.
Flavor profiles:
The lörtsy has a buttery, flaky crust and a sweet-tart filling from the lingonberry jam.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the lörtsy warm with a cup of coffee or tea for a cozy and comforting treat.
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Region: Swedish