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Lakrits

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Lakrits is a traditional Scandinavian candy, crunchy and sweet, perfect for Christmas celebrations.

Lakrits

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⏱️ 15 min prep + 20 min cottura · 4 porzioni · media

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Ingredients

  • 200 gr of sugar
  • 50 gr of honey
  • 100 ml of water
  • 100 gr of zucchini
  • 100 gr of pulled sugar
  • 100 gr of sesame seeds
  • 100 gr of chocolate
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Method

  1. In a pan, mix the sugar, honey, and water over medium heat until the mixture fully dissolves.
  2. Add the zucchini pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add the sesame seeds and stir well.
  4. Turn off the heat and add the chocolate and vanilla extract, stirring until the chocolate is melted.
  5. Let the mixture cool for 5 minutes, then shape the lakrits into desired forms.
  6. Let it cool completely before serving.

The story

Lakrits has ancient roots in Swedish culture, where it was a specialty prepared during Christmas to share with the family.

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