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Lefse - Norwegian Potato Pancakes
Lefse - Norwegian Potato Pancakes
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Authentic Norwegian Lefse brings traditional Scandinavian flavor to your table! These delicate potato pancakes feature a perfectly tender texture achieved through chilled potato dough rolled paper-thin and cooked on a hot griddle. The simple ingredients create a versatile base that can be served sweet with butter and sugar or paired with savory accompaniments. Enjoy this taste of Nordic cuisine as a special breakfast, snack, or alongside traditional holiday meals. A delicious way to connect with culinary heritage!
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Ingredients
8 cups riced or mashed potatoes
1/2 cup cream
1/4 cup butter
1 tbsp. salt
2 cups flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
Directions
Rice or mash hot boiled potatoes.
Add all other ingredients except flour.
Cool. (Set in fridge several hours or overnight.)
Add flour to cooled potato mixture. (Mix in with your hands works best.)
Form lefse dough into golf ball size (or larger) portions.
Roll out thin.
Use flour as needed on rolling pin and pastry cloth.
Cook on hot, dry griddle or non-stick pan, cooking once each side.
Servings\Yield
Makes 8-10 traditional lefse from 8 cups of potatoes
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving (based on 8 servings) - Calories: 350; Total Fat: 12g (Saturated Fat: 5g); Cholesterol: 20mg; Sodium: 910mg; Total Carbohydrates: 56g (Dietary Fiber: 3g, Sugars: 8g); Protein: 6g
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
💬 Uncle Dave says... Serve with butter and sugar, or just butter, or however you like.
🧑‍🍳 The Cook:  Anonymous 🔑 Keywords: Norwegian, potato, pancake
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Lefse - Norwegian Potato Pancakes was added on May 08, 2007 and last updated on June 11, 2025.
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