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Nutritional Values

🔥340kcal
💪15gProtein
🌾30gCarbs
🥑18gFat
🌿4gFibre
⚖️200 gServing

* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🥛 Dairy

Brown Cheese Sandwich

How to order / say it
Say it Brunost Smoerbroed — [broon-ohst smoo-yer-brewd]
Order I'd like a brown cheese sandwich, please.
Locally Jeg vil gjerne ha en brunost smørbrød, takk.
Say locally

Open-faced sandwich featuring slices of caramelized goat cheese.

Why try it?

Brunost, a uniquely Norwegian creation, is emblematic of the country's dairy innovation and love for simple yet tasty breakfasts. It shows Oslo's blend of tradition with everyday modern living.

How it tastes

This sandwich offers a harmonious balance of rich, sweet, and slightly tangy flavors from the caramelized cheese, complemented by the soft texture of bread. It's known for its distinctive, fudge-like aftertaste.

Origin & History — first documented: 1900

Although brunost has been part of Norwegian meals since the 19th century, using it in sandwiches became popular in the 20th century, thanks to the cheese's portability and unique taste. Oslo cafes continue to celebrate this simple yet flavorful dish.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥛 100 g, sliced brunost
  • 🌾 2 slices rye bread
  • 🥛 10 g butter

Method

  1. 1 Toast the rye bread lightly.
  2. 2 Spread butter on one side of each slice.
  3. 3 Lay slices of brunost on top.
  4. 4 Serve immediately for breakfast or as a snack.

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