Saunahiilijä – Finnish Delicacy
recipe

A delightful Finnish recipe that combines traditional flavors and the relaxing atmosphere of the sauna. Treat yourself or your guests with this delicious treat.
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Serving Size: 2 servings
Ingredients:
- 200 g Finnish cheese (e.g., Aura cheese or leipäjuusto)
- 100 g salmiakki (candy or salted)
- 1 dl Finnish coffee
- 2 dl vanilla ice cream
- 50 ml Koskenkorva (optional)
- Fresh berries (e.g., blueberries or lingonberries) for garnish
Instructions:
1. Brew Finnish coffee and let it cool slightly.
2. Cut the cheese into small cubes and arrange them on a serving plate.
3. Add pieces of salmiakki on top of the cheese.
4. Pour the cooled coffee over the cheese and salmiakki.
5. Serve the vanilla ice cream separately or alongside the plate.
6. If desired, drizzle Koskenkorva over the ice cream.
7. Garnish with fresh berries and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Energy: 450 kcal
- Protein: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fat: 25 g
- Salt: 1.5 g

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