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Eier Kringel

Cultural Context

Eier Kringel, a traditional Icelandic dish, reflects the country's reliance on simple, hearty ingredients. Often enjoyed as a breakfast or snack, these egg rings symbolize home cooking and community gatherings. In modern times, variations have emerged, incorporating different herbs and spices, making them a versatile favorite in Iceland and beyond.

IcelandicISmain
60 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon cardamom
1 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons butter
4 hard boiled egg yolks
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon orange zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 egg whites
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup colored sugar

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats while margarine is often more affordable.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a cost-effective substitute.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with fewer calories, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content, while all-purpose flour is widely available.

1

Mix all purpose flour, cardamom, and salt in a bowl.

2

Beat hard boiled egg yolks and butter together.

3

Add sugar and orange zest to the egg yolk mixture.

4

Slowly add lemon juice while mixing the mixture.

5

Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix with hands.

6

Flour the surface and pour the dough onto it.

7

Divide the dough into two portions.

8

Roll out the dough and cut out cookie shapes.

9

Brush the cookies with an egg and water mixture.

10

Decorate the cookies with colored sugar.

11

Bake the cookies for 10 to 30 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking sheetovenwhiskmeasuring cupskitchen towel

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Egg RingIcelandic Egg Bagel

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