Norwegian Fattigmann
are also known as "poor mans cookies" and are a traditional Christmas treat. Made from an egg-rich soft dough, they are deep-fried quickly. These delicious cookies can be habit-forming.
Instructions
1. Beat eggs well then add sugar. Mix eggs and sugar together thoroughly.
2. Add cream, cardamom and salt to mixture and mix well.
3. Slowly add only enough flour to make a soft dough. Too much flour will make cookies tough.
4. Dust the rolling surface with a mixture of flour and sugar; keep sugar and flour nearby for rolling out cookies.
5. Roll dough thinly and cut into diamond shapes, approximately 2 inches by 2 inches.
6. Cut a small slit in the middle of each fattigmann.
7. Draw one corner of the cookie through the slot, making a semi-knot.
8. Fry in hot deep fat until barely browned; these cookies are very light colored when done.
9. Drain on absorbent paper until cool.
10. Sprinkle with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.
Tags: Norwegian Fattigmann, soft dough
