Kransekage
Kransekage (Danish) or kransekake (Norwegian) is a traditional Danish and Norwegian confection, often eaten on special occasions in Scandinavia. In English, the name means wreath cake. In Norway it is alternatively referred to as tårnkake (English: tower cake) and often prepared for Constitution Day celebrations, Christmas, weddings, and baptisms. In Denmark it is typically eaten as part of New Year celebrations, while a variation of the cake, overflødighedshorn, is traditionally served at weddings and baptisms.
An 18-layer kransekake decorated with white icing | |
| Alternative names | kransekage, kransekake, kransakaka |
|---|---|
| Type | Cake |
| Course | Dessert |
| Place of origin | Denmark |
| Region or state | Scandinavia |
| Serving temperature | Cold |
| Main ingredients | Almonds, sugar, egg whites |
| Variations | Overflødighedshorn |
The origin of the Kransekage can be traced to the 18th century, where it was first created by a baker in Copenhagen..
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