Culture
In Norway, it’s always waffle time. In fact, they love waffles so much that they even serve them in the shape of a heart. Try it as a sweet treat or a cutting-edge Michelin dish.
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NT Team
Waffles are the quintessence of ‘kos’, which is Norwegian for ‘having a good time’. For Norwegians abroad, they are a symbol of homesickness and a heartening treat.
From soft, rich and topped with the magical combination of sour cream and jam to a more savoury experience with a tasty ham or a distinctive chèvre, Norwegian waffles are just impossible to resist. Luckily, waffles are widely available in cafes, restaurants and on trains, mandatory at sports events, and a staple in private homes all over the country.
Norwegian waffles are thinner and softer than the American or Belgian versions and the best thing is that they can be enjoyed throughout the day, as any time is waffle-time in Norway. ‘Waffles are such an integral part of the Norwegian identity and culture that we had to highlight it’, says chef Esben Holmboe Bang.
How do you like your waffle?
The variations in toppings are almost endless. At many places in Northern Norway, waffles are served with egg and caviar or cloudberries, others could have jam and sour, or the classic Norwegian sweet brown cheese all over Norway that melts perfectly on top and ice cream in Southern Norway. You could also enjoy blue cheese, sausage, coconut and hotdog in waffle.
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