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Icelandic Pönnukökur with Rhubarb Compote and Cream

A delightful classic Icelandic dessert perfect for brunch or a sweet treat, featuring thin, crepe-like pancakes filled with homemade rhubarb compote and fresh cream.

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Icelandic Pönnukökur with Rhubarb Compote and Cream
Prep
30 min
Cook
1 h 30 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Serves
8

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Making the Pönnukökur Batter

  1. 1

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.

  2. 2

    Mix Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.

  3. 3

    Combine and Whisk

    Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth.

    Tip: Let the batter rest for at least 20 minutes for best results.

Preparing the Rhubarb Compote

  1. 1

    Combine Compote Ingredients

    In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the rhubarb, sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and cinnamon.

  2. 2

    Cook Compote

    Cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the rhubarb breaks down into a thick compote.

  3. 3

    Cool Compote

    Allow to cool and set aside.

How to Make Icelandic Pönnukökur with Rhubarb Compote and Cream

Total time: 2 h · Yields 8 servings

  1. 1

    Cooking the Pancakes

    Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour a small ladle of batter into the pan, swirling to cover the surface. Cook until edges lift slightly, flip, and cook for another minute.

  2. 2

    Making the Cream Filling

    In a chilled bowl, whip the cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.

  3. 3

    Assembly

    Spread rhubarb compote over the warm pancakes, add a dollop of whipped cream, roll, and serve immediately.

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