Serinakaker is a Norwegian butter cookie made with flour, granulated sugar, eggs, and topped with pearl sugar.[1] They have a similar texture to shortbread and are served around Christmastime. Occasionally, they are topped with slivered almonds or various nuts.[2]

Serinakaker
Plate of serinakaker
TypeCookie
CourseDessert
Place of originNorway
Main ingredientsButter
Ingredients generally usedGranulated sugar, flour, pearl sugar
Serinakaker with pecans

History

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The first incarnation of serinakaker was in a household management text by Hanna Winsnes from 1845 called “Textbook in the various branches of the household”.[3][4] Serinakaker have been prevalent in Norway, since before the introduction of the oven, being originally prepared using a hot iron.

While the origin of the name is still debated, the common theory is that it was named after a woman named Serena, who would bake them frequently.[citation needed]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Norwegian Butter Cookies (Serinakaker)". Adamant Kitchen. 19 November 2019.
  2. ^ "Serinakaker (Norwegian Christmas Cookies)". North Wild Kitchen. 21 December 2018.
  3. ^ "Norwegian Butter Cookies (Serinakaker)". Adamant Kitchen. 19 November 2019.
  4. ^ "Nasjonalbiblioteket". www.nb.no. Retrieved 2023-06-25.