Mandelkubb

Mandelkubb is a traditional pastry characterized by its bittersweet flavor. It is best described as an almond bun. Its name and its distinct flavor are both derived from the main ingredient – bitter almonds. These are crushed and mixed with flour, sugar, eggs, and leavening agents.

Some versions of mandelkubb replace the almonds with almond oil and include sour cream or milk. The buns are always sprinkled with pearl sugar before baking. They are very easy to make and almost every bakery and coffeehouse in Sweden sells them. Mandelkubbar are usually eaten fresh with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot coffee on the side.