Runeberg's Cookies
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Today we'll talk about the history of this delicious treat, and explore its recipe, which requires no baking and won't require you to spend hours in the kitchen whisking away. We're talking about a hearty dessert we've all known since childhood, called "Potato" cookie cake. Read on to learn more about this and the benefits of this delicious dessert.
The history of the dessert
This recipe is known worldwide as "Runeberg's Cakes." This name isn't invented, but stems from an interesting story. Once upon a time, the Finnish poet's wife was quickly whipping up a treat from ingredients on hand for unexpected guests. She added jam, flour, and a couple of spoons of rum to breadcrumbs, then crumbled the cookies, mixing all these ingredients together, and served the delicious, unusual "koloboks."
In our country, this recipe gained popularity during times of food shortages, when housewives cooked with whatever was available. And despite the limited number of ingredients, potato cakes made from cookies remain a beloved and unforgettable dish. The secret lies in their unique, unforgettable taste.
Recipe
How do you make this dessert? It's very simple, and you probably already have the necessary ingredients in your kitchen. Here's what you'll need:
- 750 g cookies,
- 200-250 ml of milk,
- 4-5 tablespoons of refined sugar,
- 2 tablespoons cocoa,
- 100-150 grams of nuts,
- 200 grams of butter.
Kitchen Instructions
The recipe involves simple preparation steps:
- Grind the cookies using a meat grinder or blender. If you prefer crispy pieces, crush them with a mortar and pestle.
- Crush the nuts.
- Place a container with milk on the fire, add refined sugar, cocoa and mix everything thoroughly, bringing to a boil.
- Add small pieces of butter to the resulting mixture in a container. It's important that the butter completely liquefies!
- Add the cookies, then mix everything again and remove from the oven. If the dough is thick or there are a lot of cookies left, don't worry—add milk to the mixture to achieve the desired consistency.
- You can begin shaping the dessert: round or oblong. If desired, shape it into a sausage and cut into small pieces before serving.
- The finished cakes can be sprinkled with powdered sugar and placed in a cool place for a short time.
What else can be added?
Now you know the recipe for making potato cake from cookies, but there are many variations, for example:
- It's common to add crushed croutons instead of cookies. In this case, you'll need to add a little more sugar.
- If the dish is for adults, then you can add a spoonful of cognac.
- Instead of milk and refined sugar, the recipe suggests using a can of condensed milk.
- A little vanilla will give the dessert a delicious aroma.
- For sprinkling, it is good to use coconut flakes, cookies, and also breadcrumbs.
- Instead of sugar, you can use jam or natural honey.
- Even without nuts, the dessert will still be excellent!
Benefits of "potatoes"
It's no secret that this dish is a favorite among children. If your little one craves something sweet, try our recipe and prepare a healthy treat. The milk used in this dish is enriched with calcium, essential for a growing body. The cookies and crackers contain B vitamins, and walnuts contain vital trace elements and nutrients.
The oil included in the recipe is both calorie-rich and nutritious, making the dish very filling. Therefore, it's difficult to eat more than a few "koloboks" at a time.
Spend just one hour to create a delicious dessert! It's so wonderful that you can quickly create an unforgettable, delicious treat for both adults and children using this simple recipe!
