Traditional Gluten Free Lefse Recipe You’ll Enjoy

Are you ready to embark on a delicious journey into the land of lefse? This traditional Norwegian treat isn’t just a food; it’s an experience! You might think making lefse is complicated, but I promise you, it’s easier than trying to explain the rules of curling to your friends. Buckle up, because we’re about to roll into some serious goodness!

What is Lefse, Anyway?

Lefse is a delightful potato flatbread that will have you wondering why you didn’t start making it sooner. Typically enjoyed during the holidays, it’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a midnight snack when the urge for carbs calls out to you. So, grab your rolling pin; we’re diving into this tasty adventure!

Ingredients for Lefse

Before we get started, let’s gather the magical ingredients that will transform us into lefse legends:

2 cups mashed potatoes (leftover mashed potatoes work just fine!)
1/4 cup butter, softened (because everything is better with butter!)
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for rolling)
Sugar (optional, if you want a hint of sweetness!)

Instructions: Let’s Roll!

Now that you have your ingredients, it’s time to unleash your inner chef!

In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, softened butter, heavy cream, and salt. Mix until well blended. Admire the creamy goodness as you try not to snack too much!
Gradually add in the flour until a dough forms. Don’t be afraid to get your hands a little messy. That’s part of the fun!
Divide the dough into smaller portions, about the size of a golf ball. It’s like making doughy little friends!
On a floured surface, roll each ball into thin rounds. Aim for that perfect flatness—like a potato pancake that’s reached its zenith!
Cook each round on a hot griddle for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until they have lovely brown spots. It’s like giving them a sun tan!
Once cooked, stack them with a clean kitchen towel between each lefse to keep them warm and cozy.

Serve it Up!

Now that your lefse is complete, let’s talk about how to enjoy it! You can slather it with butter and sprinkle with sugar, wrap it around your favorite filling, or just eat it plain. The possibilities are endless, and so are the excuses to make another batch!

Your taste buds will thank you, and your friends will be begging for the recipe (or for you to make it for them!). So roll up your sleeves, channel your inner Norwegian baker, and get to it. Happy lefse making!