Remonce facts for kids
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A cut piece of Danish pastry (Kringle). The slightly yellowish remonce spread shows clearly inside the cake.
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| Type | Pastry |
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| Place of origin | Denmark |
| Main ingredients | Butter and sugar |
Remonce is a special kind of sweet filling used in many traditional Danish pastries. Imagine a delicious, creamy paste that gets baked right inside your favorite sweet treats! It's a key part of what makes Danish pastries so yummy.
What is Remonce?
Remonce is made by mixing two main ingredients: soft butter and sugar. These are creamed together until they become a smooth, thick paste. This simple mix creates a rich, sweet flavor that melts in your mouth.
How is it Used?
Unlike some fillings that are added after baking, remonce is always baked along with the pastry. As the pastry cooks, the remonce inside becomes warm and gooey. It adds a wonderful texture and a sweet, buttery taste to every bite.
Popular Flavors
While the basic remonce is just butter and sugar, it can be made even more exciting! Sometimes, other flavors are added to the mix. Some popular additions include:
- Cinnamon, often found in cinnamon snails
- Cardamom, a spice with a unique, warm taste
- Custard, for a creamy, dessert-like flavor
- Marzipan or almond paste, which give it a nutty, sweet taste
Where Does it Come From?
The word "remonce" and the idea for this delicious filling come from Denmark. It's a Danish invention that has become famous around the world because of Danish pastries. In English, you might sometimes hear it called "Lord Mayor filling," but "remonce" is its original and most common name.
