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Mämmi

Cultural Context

Mämmi is a traditional Finnish dessert with roots tracing back to the Middle Ages, originally made by rural families during Lent. This dark, sweet pudding is a symbol of Easter in Finland, often enjoyed with cream or milk. Its unique flavor and texture have made it a beloved seasonal treat, and while it remains a staple in Finnish culture, variations have emerged, including modern adaptations that cater to different dietary preferences.

FinnishFIdessert
180 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 cups rye flour
1 cup malted sifted rye flour
1 cup dark syrup
1 teaspoon orange salt
1 tablespoon bitter orange peel
2 cups warm water
1/2 cup heavy cream

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.

dark syrup

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: molasses

Honey provides sweetness with fewer calories.

1

Mix warm water with malted dry rye flour and rye flour.

2

Let it stand in a warm oven for 2 hours.

3

Repeat this step three times.

4

Add dark syrup and bitter orange peel.

5

Boil the rye porridge for 10 minutes.

6

Let the rye porridge cool down.

7

Bake in the oven for 2.5 hours.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowlbaking dishwhiskoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Finnish Easter PuddingEaster Rye Pudding

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