What is an æbleskiver? An æbleskiver (or abelskiver, or ebelskiver) is a traditional Danish pancake ball with a soft, fluffy inside and a crisp exterior, cooked in a special pan with semi-spherical molds.
Imagine if a pancake and a beignet had a baby, with a donut hole auntie.
The name aebleskiver (or ebelskiver) literally translates to "apple slices" in Danish, from the words æble (apple) and skive (slice). This is because the original treats were made by frying a slice of apple dipped in batter. While most modern versions are not made with apples, the name stuck, though the traditional filling is no longer a common ingredient.
The exact origin of æbleskiver is unknown. The most common origin story claims Vikings created æbleskiver by cooking pancake batter on their dented shields over a fire after a battle.
While the Viking-shield legend is a compelling tale, it's likely a myth, and the earliest known pans for making these spherical pancakes date to about 300 years ago in Denmark.
We’re selling them a dozen at a time online, or find us at local markets where you can buy just one.
What is an æbleskiver? An æbleskiver (or abelskiver, or ebelskiver) is a traditional Danish pancake ball with a soft, fluffy inside and a crisp exterior, cooked in a special pan with semi-spherical molds.
Imagine if a pancake and a beignet had a baby, with a donut hole auntie.
The name aebleskiver (or ebelskiver) literally translates to "apple slices" in Danish, from the words æble (apple) and skive (slice). This is because the original treats were made by frying a slice of apple dipped in batter. While most modern versions are not made with apples, the name stuck, though the traditional filling is no longer a common ingredient.
The exact origin of æbleskiver is unknown. The most common origin story claims Vikings created æbleskiver by cooking pancake batter on their dented shields over a fire after a battle.
While the Viking-shield legend is a compelling tale, it's likely a myth, and the earliest known pans for making these spherical pancakes date to about 300 years ago in Denmark.
We’re selling them a dozen at a time online, or find us at local markets where you can buy just one.
