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Norwegian Crisp Bread

Cultural Context

Originating in Norway, crisp bread (knäckebröd) has been a staple for centuries, traditionally enjoyed with butter or cheese. Its long shelf life made it a practical choice for rural communities, especially during harsh winters. Today, it is celebrated for its versatility and health benefits, often served as a base for open-faced sandwiches, and has found popularity beyond Scandinavia in various forms.

ScandinavianNOother
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
1 cup flour
2 cups seeds and other grains (including roasted sesame seeds, sunflower kernels, pumpkin seeds, and oatmeal)
3/4 cup oatmeal
some wheat flour
a little bit of rye flour
1 cup water

whole grain flour

🥗Healthier: spelt flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Spelt flour offers a nutty flavor, while all-purpose flour is widely available.

seeds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds add nutrition, but sunflower seeds are often less expensive.

yeast

🥗Healthier: sourdough starter

💰Cheaper: baking powder

Sourdough adds flavor and probiotics, while baking powder is a quick leavening option.

oats

🥗Healthier: quinoa flakes

💰Cheaper: rolled barley

Quinoa flakes provide protein, while rolled barley can be more economical.

1

Add 1 cup of flour to a bowl.

2

Fill a second cup with various seeds and grains to make a total of 2 cups, including roasted sesame seeds, sunflower kernels, and pumpkin seeds.

3

Add 3/4 cup of oatmeal to the seed mixture.

4

Fill the rest of the second cup with wheat flour.

5

Mix the dry ingredients together.

6

Slowly add 1 cup of water while mixing to avoid making the mixture too wet.

7

Pour the seed and flour mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

8

Roll out the mixture as flat as possible to ensure crispness.

9

Peel the top layer of the parchment paper off before baking.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrollingbaking

Equipment Needed

baking sheetparchment paperrolling pin

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

KnäckebrödKnekkebrød

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