Swedish Semlor



One of the semlor I baked. I forgot to put the powdered sugar on top
before I took the picture. 

 Since we no longer live in Sweden, I found it necessary to bake my own semlor this year for Fat Tuesday. Semlor are a blend of traditional Scandinavian flavors, combining a cardamom bun, almond paste, and whipped cream in a decadent dessert. I found this recipe online, and I decided it was as good as any. Having never baked semlor before, and having only eaten them a couple of times, I was nervous about the result. All things considered, I think they turned out great. I shared some with the only Swede I know in town, and he was impressed. My family enjoyed them, too, and that is what matters most.