Description
Rømmegrøt is a traditional Norwegian creamy porridge made with whole milk, flour, sugar, and butter, cooked to a smooth, thick pudding-like consistency. Typically served warm with melted butter and cinnamon-sugar, this comforting dish is simple to prepare and perfect for a cozy breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 quart whole milk
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon Morton kosher salt
For Serving
- ½ cup salted butter, plus more for serving
- Cinnamon-sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Heat the Milk: Set a large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Using a kitchen thermometer, carefully heat the milk to 195°F, stirring almost continuously and scraping the bottom to prevent burning.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: While the milk is heating, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and kosher salt in a small bowl. Set this mixture aside.
- Melt the Butter: In a small saucepan, gently melt ½ cup of salted butter over medium heat. Once melted, turn off the heat and keep the butter warm until the milk reaches the desired temperature.
- Create the Flour Paste: Stir the flour mixture into the melted butter to form a thick paste. Once your milk has reached 195°F, slowly add the butter and flour paste into the hot milk, stirring constantly.
- Cook and Thicken: Continue stirring the mixture until it starts to boil. Then reduce the heat to low and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently. The mixture should thicken to a smooth, pudding-like consistency.
- Serve: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Spoon the rømmegrøt into bowls, drizzle with warm melted butter, and sprinkle generously with cinnamon-sugar. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Stir continuously while heating the milk to avoid scorching on the bottom of the pan.
- Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure accurate milk temperature for perfect texture.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon-sugar according to your preference for sweetness and spice.
- This dish is best served immediately to enjoy its creamy texture and warm buttery topping.
- To reduce the richness, use unsalted butter and adjust the salt and sugar accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Norwegian
Keywords: Rømmegrøt, Norwegian porridge, creamy porridge, traditional Norwegian recipe, milk porridge, cinnamon sugar porridge
