If you are going to make classic Norwegian "Fastelavns" buns, you must try this recipe! These turn out so fluffy and good -Â and with wipped cream and jam, it's party time! 1 serving makes 8 large buns.
Heat milk in a saucepan until it is slightly warmer than your finger. Add liquid margarine and dry yeast. Mix together and set aside.
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Mix together wheat flour, sugar, cinnamon and salt to a bowl. (Preferably a kitchen machine.)
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Make sure that the mixture of margarine, milk and yeast is well mixed. Add this to the flour mixture and knead the dough for approximately 10-15 minutes.
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Let the dough rise for 1.5–2 hours.
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Divide the dough into equal parts. For one serving, make 8 buns. Shape each portion into round balls and place on a baking tray lined with baking paper.
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Let them rise for 30 minutes in a warm place.
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Bake the buns in the middle of the oven at 200 degrees celsius for about 15-20 minutes. Cool on a rack.
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Whip the cream together with the vanilla sugar.
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Divide the buns and spread a layer of strawberry jam and a couple of spoonfuls of cream. Place the top and sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve immediately.
