When most people think of Christmas baking, cookies are the first thing that usually comes to mind. However, there are many sweet treats to stir up during this season that are not only delicious but also have a deeper spiritual meaning. This Advent, feed your soul as well as your sweet tooth by baking something different and then taking the time to share the meaning behind the recipe.
St. Lucy’s Feast Day is Dec. 13, and it’s the perfect time to talk about this saint whose name means “light” and who can remind us that Christ is the light of the world. Saffron buns – or Lussekatter – are a favorite Swedish sweet roll made using saffron, which gives them a distinctive yellow color that recalls Christ’s light. Traditionally, young girls serve these to their parents with coffee on the morning of St. Lucy’s Day before taking part in a procession.