Teresa's Recipes
Scandinavian Knäckebröd
Travel to Northern Europe with a batch of traditional Scandinavian Knäckebröd. This quintessential Swedish crispbread is thin, delightfully crispy, and packed with a rich symphony of flavors from the fennel and caraway seeds. Enjoy it as a hearty breakfast or a flavorful snack. A staple in Swedish homes since the Viking era, this bread has stood the test of time for its simple ingredients and complex flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon Caraway seeds
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
- 1 cup Rye flour
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 12
- Dish Type: Bread
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 3g
- Carbs: 25g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 0g
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the rye flour, whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, salt, caraway seeds, and fennel seeds. Mix well to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Pour in the water and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add a bit more water. If it's too sticky, add a little more flour.
- Divide the dough into 4 equal portions for easier handling.
- Dust a work surface lightly with flour. Take one portion of dough and roll it out into a thin rectangle. The thinner it is, the crispier your Knäckebröd will be.
- Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough onto your prepared baking sheet.
- Using a fork, prick the dough all over. This will prevent it from puffing up during baking and ensure a nice, flat crispbread.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and crispy. Repeat with the remaining dough.
- Remove the Knäckebröd from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. It will continue to crisp up as it cools.
- Once cooled, break the crispbread into smaller pieces and store in an airtight container. Enjoy as is or with your favorite spread.
Tips
- For a different flavor profile, you can replace the fennel and caraway seeds with sesame or sunflower seeds.
- Knäckebröd is traditionally enjoyed with butter, cheese, or any spread you like. It's also a great addition to a charcuterie board.