Haagse+Kakker


 * Haagse Kakker **

Haagse Kakker, ‘Hague cockroaches’ in English, is a special, flat baked raisin bread that is usually filled with a unique type of meat or poultry. The Haagse Kakker is baked according to an old, traditional recipe originating from the city of Hague in the Netherlands. The name Kakker came from an old stereotype that Hagenaars were “stingy people” but appeared generous. The original recipe for the Haagse Kakker is so secret that it has become it’s own version of baked pastry treat. One of these satisfying treats is made by taking raisin bread dough and spreading it evenly in the pan. Then, adding a meat of your choice on top of the dough which will end up being the filling. Lastly, another layer of dough is put on top of the meat and sprinkled with almonds, and baked for about 25 minutes. The Kakkers are sold by // French and Hans Hessing //, a bakery in Reinkenstraat, Netherlands. Printed inside every box, there is a nice story for customers to read and enjoy along with their bread.