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Hjónabandssæla

Cultural Context

Hjónabandssæla, or Marriage Cake, hails from Iceland and is traditionally served at weddings and celebrations. This delightful dessert combines a moist cake with tart rhubarb and sweet jam, symbolizing the union of flavors much like the union of marriage. Today, it is enjoyed year-round, often at family gatherings and holidays, showcasing Icelandic love for simple yet delicious desserts.

IcelandicISdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
350 grams butter
300 grams flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 tablespoons rhubarb jam

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining moisture.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

rhubarb

🥗Healthier: strawberries

💰Cheaper: apples

Strawberries provide a similar tartness and are widely available.

jam

🥗Healthier: fruit spread

💰Cheaper: homemade jam

Fruit spread can be lower in sugar than store-bought jam.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Mix together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and bicarbonate of soda.

3

Cream together the butter and brown sugar until combined.

4

Add the remaining ingredients and mix until it forms a batter.

5

Spread half of the batter into the prepared baking dish.

6

Layer rhubarb jam over the batter evenly.

7

Top with the remaining batter.

8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

Cooking Techniques

creamingmixinglayeringbaking

Equipment Needed

baking dishmixing bowlelectric mixer

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Icelandic Marriage Cake

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