Arme Riddere (Norwegian Cinnamon Toast)
A recipe for Arme Riddere (Norwegian Cinnamon Toast)! Leftover bread slices are soaked in a cinnamon-spiced egg mixture and pan-fried until golden.
Servings 2 -4 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 2/3 cup (160 milliliters) milk
- 2 tablespoons (25 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vaniljesukker (vanilla sugar) or vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4-6 white bread slices 1-2 days old, about 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) thick
- butter for pan-frying
For serving:
- fresh berries
- whipped cream
- strawberry, blueberry, or mixed berry jam
- powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a large, wide bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, cardamom, and salt until evenly combined and the eggs are fully blended.
- In a large skillet, melt about a teaspoon of butter over medium-low heat.
- Once the butter is melted and the pan is hot, soak one slice of bread in the egg and milk mixture for about 30 seconds per side.
- Gently lift the slice of bread from the bowl, allowing any excess moisture to drip off, then place in the heated skillet.
- Cook until golden, about 2-3 minutes per side. Adjust the heat between medium and low to create a golden color and thoroughly heated bread without burning.
- Repeat with remaining slices of bread, adding additional butter to the pan as needed.
- Serve immediately with fresh berries and other desired toppings.