Question 1

Can I make Norwegian Coffee Cake ahead of time?

Accepted Answer

You can make it the evening before and store it covered at room temperature. The base will soften slightly overnight but it still tastes wonderful. I wouldn't make it more than a day ahead.

Question 2

Is Norwegian Coffee Cake the same as Oslo Kringle?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Oslo Kringle is the traditional name for this pastry. Norwegian Coffee Cake is just what many American families have called it over the years — including mine.

Question 3

Does Norwegian Coffee Cake have coffee in it?

Accepted Answer

It doesn't! The "coffee cake" name refers to the fact that it's traditionally served alongside coffee, not that it contains coffee. It's purely a pastry with almond flavoring

Question 4

Why does my choux topping look flat?

Accepted Answer

The most common reason is the eggs weren't fully incorporated into the hot dough — make sure you're stirring vigorously after adding each egg until the batter is smooth and glossy before adding the next one.

Question 5

Why does my choux topping look flat?

Accepted Answer

The most common reason is the eggs weren't fully incorporated into the hot dough — make sure you're stirring vigorously after adding each egg until the batter is smooth and glossy before adding the next one.

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Norwegian Coffee Cake Recipe | Traditional Oslo Kringle

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