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Rømmegrøt

Heavenly Rømmegrøt: Comforting Norwegian Sour Cream Porridge

Rømmegrøt is a comforting Norwegian sour cream porridge that evokes nostalgia and is incredibly simple to prepare.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Norwegian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Porridge
  • 4 cups whole milk heavy cream can be used for richer texture
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour can substitute with whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar adjust for desired sweetness
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt regular salt can be used
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup salted butter can use unsalted with a pinch of salt
  • to taste cinnamon-sugar adjust according to personal preference

Equipment

  • heavy saucepan
  • small bowl
  • small pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Rømmegrøt
  1. In a large heavy saucepan, pour in 1 quart of whole milk and slowly heat it over medium to medium-high heat. Stir almost continuously to prevent scorching.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together ¾ cup of all-purpose flour, ¼ cup of granulated sugar, and ½ teaspoon of kosher salt.
  3. In a separate small pan, gently melt ½ cup of salted butter over medium heat, stirring to ensure it doesn’t brown too much.
  4. Once the milk reaches 195°F, stir the flour mixture into the melted butter, creating a thick paste. Then, slowly add this mixture to the heated milk while stirring continuously.
  5. Keep stirring the mixture over medium heat until it begins to boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring often.
  6. Ladle the hot Rømmegrøt into bowls, drizzling with melted butter and sprinkling with cinnamon sugar before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Always stir the milk while heating to prevent scorching. Serve immediately while hot, as Rømmegrøt tends to thicken as it cools.

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