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Semlor (Swedish Cream Buns with Marzipan)

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 Delight in the luscious taste of Semlor, traditional Swedish cream buns filled with marzipan and whipped cream. These sweet treats are traditionally enjoyed before Lent, making them a festive and indulgent dessert.

Ingredients

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For the buns: 

  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 egg

For the filling:

  • 200 g marzipan, grated
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream, whipped

For the topping:

  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Warm the milk to about 110°F (45°C) and dissolve the yeast in it. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the sugar, flour, salt, and cardamom. Add the melted butter, egg, and yeast mixture. Knead until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  3. Cover the bowl with a cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Shape the dough into 12 buns and place them on a baking sheet. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  5. Bake the buns for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool completely.
  6. Cut the top off each bun and scoop out a small amount of the inside. Mix the breadcrumbs with grated marzipan and milk to create a paste. Fill the buns with the marzipan mixture and top with whipped cream.
  7. Replace the tops and dust with powdered sugar. Enjoy!

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Find it online: https://whattoeatathome.com/semlor-swedish-cream-buns-with-marzipan-recipe/