80 delicious twists on the classic Danish treat, from sweet delights to savory surprises, aebleskiver are perfect for any mealâespecially brunch with friends.
Historically, slices of apple were dipped in pancake batter and fried, explaining the origin of the name, aebleskiver, which literally means apple-slices. Ăble = apple and skiver = slices. Today, ĂŚbleskiver means both the Danish pancake and the pan itâs cooked in. The pans can come in different sizesâsome may have as few as 7 wells while others have as many as 12. The sizes of the wells can also vary.
In this cookbook, author Pim Pauline Overgaard has created 80 varieties of ĂŚbleskiverâ40 sweet and 40 savory. On the sweet side, the recipes are suitable for special desserts including Almond Ăbleskiverwith Warm Mixed Berry Compote and Pomegranate Pistachio Ăbleskiver and Meringue with a Bit of Rose. Savory recipes go from Ricotta Salata Ăbleskiver with Grilled Corn and Fresh Herb Spread to Saffron Rice Ăbleskiver a la Paella.
Basic recipes include gluten-free and vegan variations and the main recipes include many subrecipes for sauces, jams, glazes and other accompaniments that can take a humble ĂŚbleskiver to the heights of sophistication. Serve them for breakfast, brunch, or dinner or make them part of a bigger meal as an appetizer or side dish. Ăbleskiver are welcome at the table anytime.
Photographs by the author throughout show the many different ways ĂŚbleskiver can be presented and how beautiful they can be on the table.