Traditionally associated with Christmastime, brunede kartofler (lit. caramelized potatoes) is a simple, yet immensely flavorful Danish dish, also eaten in the Northern Germany. The dish is usually made with a combination of new potatoes, butter, nutmeg, salt, and sugar.

The butter, salt, sugar, and nutmeg are mixed together, and the mixture is poured over boiled new potatoes that have been lined in a greased gratin dish. The ingredients are gently tossed so that all of the potatoes are coated with the mixture. The dish is baked until lightly browned and crisp.