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Finnish Pannu Kakku

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"A family favorite, this recipe is handed down to each generation. This rich, airy treat is best when served hot with jam or jelly." — jocko_7

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Original recipe makes 6 servings Change Servings

1/2 cup butter
1 cup white sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon salt
4 eggs, beaten
2 cups milk

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Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Melt the butter in a 9x13 inch pan.
In a medium bowl, stir together the sugar, flour, baking powder and salt. Add the beaten eggs and milk; mix well. Tilt the baking pan to coat all of the sides with butter, then pour the excess butter into the batter, and mix until combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven. Serve hot.

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Nov 25, 2009

I make my mother's version of this, but I warm the pan in the oven before pouring the batter in. We all love Pannu Kakku

—Leila

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jul 02, 2006

It was difficult to rate this because I wasn't sure what to expect. A Pannu Kakku recipe that I saw on another site said it was an "oven pancake," so I was expecting something similar to a pancake. (Which this was not). It was more like a slight sweet, puffy egg custard. My husband liked this, and I didn't care for it very much (though that may be more my personal taste than the recipe). I had to bake it a little longer than stated. I am glad I tried it, if only for the experience of baking (and tasting) some Finnish food.

—COOKIN LADY

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15 Ratings

Dec 16, 2009

people always call this a finnish pancake, it's closer to french toast. a family fav. just heat the pan first. it's fantastic with syrup.from: a finnish girl. SISU!!!

—Cassandra

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Feb 20, 2007

I grew up with this recipe and am so glad to have found it. It tastes great with syrup too. I lost this recipe years ago and now I can make it again.

—J. O'Neill

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Dec 28, 2010

First off, guess it depends where in Finland your family(s) come from--we spell it Pannu Kakkua. Like others, we put butter into pan and it melts while oven is warming. Prefer to top with lingonberry sauce. Maple syrup works well too, as does cinnamon sugar.

—Kimberly

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Mar 24, 2009

I grew up eating this too and our family recipe is very similar. I like mine cold and I add strawberries and whip cream (not authentic, but delicious!)

—mixing mama

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Jun 09, 2010

Scrumdiddly. I used raw sugar and added vanilla sugar. I also served this with maple syrup. The girlfriend likes it with nutella though.

—kingo55

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May 27, 2010

very tasteful. I've baked these several times (also for friends) and everyone loved it :)

—Neeshka

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Nutrition

Calories
437 kcal
22%

Carbohydrates
53.4 g
17%

Cholesterol
190 mg
63%

Fat
21.5 g
33%

Fiber
0.6 g
2%

Protein
9.1 g
18%

Sodium
657 mg
26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Finnish Pannu Kakku

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 437
Calories from Fat: 194

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21.5g 33 %
Saturated Fat 12.3g 61 %
Cholesterol 190mg 63 %
Sodium 657mg 26 %
Potassium 189mg 5 %
Total Carbohydrates 53.4g 17 %
Dietary Fiber 0.6g 2 %
Protein 9.1g 18 %
Sugars 37.3g
Vitamin A 14 %
Vitamin C 0 %
Calcium 20 %
Iron 17 %
Thiamin 22 %
Niacin 29 %
Vitamin B6 5 %
Magnesium 6 %
Folate 32 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.