Comforting Rømmegrøt: Your New Favorite Family Treat

Experience the creamy warmth of Rømmegrøt, a Norwegian sour cream porridge that delights as a breakfast or dessert. It's simple, quick, and perfect for family gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Norwegian

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

4 cups Whole Milk Substitute with heavy cream for richer flavor.
1 cup All-Purpose Flour Acts as a thickening agent.
1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Reduce for a less sweet version.
1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances the overall flavor.

For the Topping

1/4 cup Salted Butter Unsalted can be used if preferred.
2 tablespoons Cinnamon-Sugar Adjust to your taste!

Equipment

heavy-bottomed saucepan
Small Bowl
Small saucepan
cooking thermometer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Heat the Milk: Pour whole milk into a heavy-bottomed saucepan and heat over medium-low until 195°F, stirring continuously to prevent scorching.
Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and kosher salt until mixed.
Melt the Butter: In a small saucepan, melt salted butter over medium heat, stirring until fully melted.
Combine Dry Ingredients with Butter: Add flour-sugar mixture to melted butter and mix into a smooth paste.
Mix the Paste with the Milk: Gradually stir the butter-flour paste into heated milk, ensuring there are no lumps, and bring to a gentle boil.
Simmer and Thicken: Reduce heat to low, simmer for 5 minutes, stirring frequently until the porridge thickens.
Serve Your Delicious Rømmegrøt: Ladle into bowls, drizzle with melted butter, sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar, and enjoy warm!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the best results, watch the temperature closely and stir constantly while cooking. Adjust sweetness to your preference and enjoy creatively with various toppings.

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