Mämmi (traditional Easter dessert)
Mämmi was mentioned the first time during the 17th century, in a dissertation (in Latin). As the result of domestic product development, it has graced the Finnish dinner table for at least 300 years. Originally, the dessert was consumed during the whole lent period. It was a convenient food for Good Friday, when firing up the stove was against custom. In modern times it is purely a traditional seasonal delicacy.Mämmi is made of a malt porridge baked in an oven. The ingredients include water, malt and rye flour. Spices such as Bitter orange peel, syrup or molasses and orange rind are often added. Mämmi is consumed cold, usually with sugar and/or milk or cream. It has a rich flavour and texture. Unfortunately, it is rather unappetising in appearance as it is dark brown. Don't let this put you off though. You should taste it once in your lifetime! ;-)
