And for dessert? This Christmas, I tried a delicious holiday treat called multekrem. This simple dessert is made from cloudberries, Norway’s “golden berry,” which are only found in the northernmost parts of the world. The bright orange berries are heated with sugar and winter spices to make a warm syrup. This syrup is served on top of a light whipped cream. Sounds delicious, doesn’t it?
Waffles!
Last, but certainly not least, are waffles (vafler), one of my favorite traditional Nordic foods. We eat waffles often in the United States, but they probably don’t look like the waffles we eat here in Norway. Norwegian waffles are much softer and thinner. They are made in a special heart-shaped iron. Instead of maple syrup and whipped cream, many people opt for brown cheese (brunost) and jam. Brown cheese is another typical Norwegian food that has a very unique, caramelly flavor. It is made from goat’s milk, so most people either love it or hate it. I love it! Waffles like this are often served in cafes or made at home as a snack, especially when friends and family come to visit. Instead of eating with a fork and knife, it is much more common to fold these thin waffles and eat them with your hands.
Thanks for joining me on this culinary adventure in Norway! Which of these foods or traditions would you most like to try?
