rengeissä

Rengeissä is a Finnish term that can refer to several related concepts, primarily concerning a type of sweet roll or bun. In its most common usage, rengeissä denotes a braided sweet bread, often enriched with butter and sugar, and sometimes flavored with cardamom or other spices. These rolls are typically baked until golden brown and can be served as a breakfast item, dessert, or with coffee.

The preparation of rengeissä involves a yeast-leavened dough that is then shaped. The characteristic "rengeissä" or "ring" shape is achieved by forming the dough into a circle, though variations in shape are also common. The name itself might allude to this circular or ring-like form, or perhaps to a traditional way of arranging them for baking or serving.

In some contexts, particularly in older or regional dialects, rengeissä might also refer to simpler, unbraided sweet buns. The specific ingredients and preparation methods can vary from family to family and region to region within Finland. Despite these variations, the core idea remains a sweet, often spiced baked good, enjoyed as a traditional treat.