A Taste of Swedish Cinnamon Buns (Kanelbullar)
"SWEDISH KANELBULLAR" This afternoon when I arrived at work there were a plate of warm cinnamon buns sitting on the counter. They had just come out of the oven and the fragrant scent of those cinnamon buns transported me to Sweden, the Scandinavian country famous for its Kanelbullar (Cinnamon Buns). Sweden is famous for many things, one of them being the classic and delicious cinnamon bun. No matter what part of the country you're visiting, you can count on coming across Kanelbullar at a traditional Swedish bakery or at a food market. If you're fortunate enough to have family or friends in Sweden, they might even make homemade Kanelbullar for you. These beautiful soft buns have a delicate buttery cinnamon filling and a hint of cardamom. In Sweden, cinnamon buns are enjoyed during a coffee break or a FIKA which is a get together with friends. National Cinnamon Bun Day (Kanelbullens dag) is October 4th. Having spent time in Malmo, Sweden I got accustomed to enjoying Ka...