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Norwegian Waffles - norwegian, traditional recipe

Norwegian Waffles

40 min
2 portions

Classic Norwegian waffles that never fail to please. Set out jam, sour cream, butter, sugar and brown cheese - everyone gets what they want.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix flour, sugar, baking powder and cardamom in a bowl.

  2. 2

    Add milk gradually, stirring well between each addition to get a smooth batter without lumps.

  3. 3

    Stir in eggs and add melted butter. Let the batter rest for 30 minutes. Adjust with a little water or milk if too thick.

  4. 4

    Cook the waffles in a waffle iron and place on a cooling rack. Serve warm.

Per average serving

321
Calories
kcal
9.4
Protein
g
43.2
Carbs
g
12.2
Fat
g
1.2g
Fiber
12.5g
Sugar
110mg
Sodium

Tips from the kitchen

  • Don't skip the 30 minute rest. It lets the flour soak up the milk and the cardamom bloom, so the batter cooks more evenly and the waffles hold together.
  • Add the milk a little at a time and stir between each pour. That's how you keep the batter smooth instead of fighting lumps later.
  • The melted butter goes in last, and let it cool a touch first so it doesn't start cooking the eggs when you stir it in.
  • After resting, the batter often thickens up. Loosen it with a splash of water or milk until it pours easily but isn't runny.
  • Lay the cooked waffles on a cooling rack, not stacked on a plate. Stacking traps steam and they go soft and floppy.

Ways to vary it

  • Swap the cardamom for the zest of a lemon if you want a brighter flavor instead of the warm spice.
  • A spoonful of sour cream stirred into the batter makes them a bit softer and tangy, if that's your thing.
  • For a sweeter version, sprinkle the hot waffles with sugar straight off the iron so it half melts into them.

Storage & leftovers

These keep in the fridge for about 3 days in an airtight container. They freeze well too, just separate them with a bit of parchment so they don't stick. Reheat in a toaster or a warm waffle iron to get the edges crisp again, since the microwave leaves them rubbery.

What to serve with it

Set out brown cheese, sour cream, butter, sugar and jam so everyone builds their own. A cup of coffee on the side is the proper Norwegian way.

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By Untrained ChefPublished 22 March 2026 · Updated 11 July 2026

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