I'm not sure how much history is available about "Kransekake" - but, I would love to share the information I was able to discover! "Kransekake/Kransekaka" - the Norwegian spelling ("Kransekage" is the Danish spelling) means "ring cake" or "wreath cake." Kransekake is made from almonds, powdered sugar and egg whites. This is a cake that is traditionally eaten on special occasions: weddings, Christmas, New Year's, baptisms, or other high holidays. Flags, gifts or other decor is usually placed on the cake for decoration. This site will give you more information.
http://www.odense-marcipan.no/odense-produkter/kransekakens-historie.html
This material was supplied to me by Marit Ann Barkve, Culture Coordinator, Sons of Norway, culture@sofn.com. Mange Takk Marit Ann.
A Scandinavian shop specializing in the imported and domestic foods and gifts from Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland and Iceland. We teach classes in the Norwegian, Finnish, Danish, and Swedish, languages, Rosemaling and the handiwork. The Swedish School, Sons of Norway, and the Danish Club meet here. We can host and cater your party, Scandinavian style.
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