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RuisKakut

Cultural Context

RuisKakut, or Finnish rye bread, has its roots in Finland's agricultural history, where rye was a staple crop. Traditionally, it was a hearty bread made to sustain families through long winters, often enjoyed with butter or cheese. Today, it remains a beloved part of Finnish cuisine, celebrated for its dense texture and nutty flavor, and is often found in modern variations across Scandinavia.

FinnishFImain
60 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 cups rye flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter

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

rye flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Yogurt provides similar tanginess with less fat.

1

Combine rye flour and all-purpose flour in a large bowl.

2

Add sugar and mix.

3

Add butter and mix using fingers.

4

Add salt and vanilla, then milk.

5

Wrap the dough and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours.

6

Divide the dough into three parts, keeping two in the fridge.

7

Roll out the dough into a round circle on a floured surface.

8

Use a cookie cutter to cut out cookies and a fork to make patterns.

9

Bake cookies for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly brown around the edges.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowlbaking sheetwire rack

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

RuisleipäFinnish Rye Bread

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