Example of a krokan
Krokan is a Swedish confection and a traditional dessert in the country. It is a multi-tiered pastry made from almond flour, constructed of thin pieces baked in decorative patterns.[1] The parts are then joined using melted caramelized sugar, assembled into a tower, and decorated with crisscross patterns[2] and marzipan roses.
Krokans are common at weddings, such as that of King Carl XVI Gustaf in 1976.[3] Krokan was the showstopper challenge in episode 9 of season 13 of The Great British Bake Off.[4]
See also
- Kransekage – Danish pastry that uses the same ingredients
- Swedish cuisine
References
- ↑ "krokan". SAOB (in Swedish). Retrieved 2020-11-09.
- ↑ "krokan". Swedish National Encyclopedia. Archived from the original on Oct 23, 2021.
- ↑ Mc Mahon, Emily; Scott (June 18, 2017). "Wedding of King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden and Silvia Sommerlath". Unofficial Royalty. Archived from the original on Nov 15, 2022.
- ↑ Moylan, Brian (2022-11-11). "Great British Baking Show Recap: Release the Krokan". Vulture. Archived from the original on Nov 24, 2022.
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