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St. Lucia Day Saffron Buns Are the Sweetest Way to Celebrate the Darkest Time of Year


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Published in Food and Wine on Wednesday, December 4th 2024 at 14:07 GMT by Phil Bruner   Print publication without navigation

  • Lussekatter
  • traditional wheat buns spiced with black cardamom and saffron
  • are the star of St. Lucia Day celebrations in Sweden, England, and Finland. St. Lucia buns (also called lussekatter or lussebullar) are also beloved by Scandinavian expats for a sweet taste of home on St.

The article from Food & Wine discusses the tradition of St. Lucia's Day, celebrated on December 13th, which honors Saint Lucy, the patron saint of light. This day is particularly significant in Sweden and other Scandinavian countries where it marks the beginning of the Christmas season. A key element of the celebration is the baking and sharing of saffron buns, known as Lussekatter or Lucia buns, which are flavored with saffron, giving them a distinctive yellow color and a unique taste. These buns are not only a culinary delight but also carry symbolic meaning, representing light in the darkness of winter. The article provides a recipe for these buns, detailing the ingredients and steps to make them at home, emphasizing the cultural importance of this tradition and how it brings communities together in celebration.

Read the Full Food & Wine Article at:
[ https://www.foodandwine.com/st-lucia-saffron-buns-st-lucy-day-8755110 ]

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