Irresistible Swedish cardamom buns—kardemummabullar
The cardamom bun is worthy of just as much attention as its cinnamon-flavored cousin.
Kavring—Swedish rye bread
Kavring is a dense and sweet rye bread that keeps well for days.
Klenäter—Swedish deep-fried Christmas pastries
Want to feast like a king? Then bake klenäter, a favorite of king Gustav Vasa.
Swedish Christmas toffees—knäck
Swedish Christmas toffee, knäck, might endanger teeth, but even sensitive teeth can enjoy the caramel flavor by boiling the toffee soft and sticky.
Swedish beetroot salad (perfect for smörgåsbord)
Beetroot salad is often served as a side dish, especially on smörgåsbord. A stunning ruby color and sweet yet slightly acidic taste make it irresistible.
Gravlax — Swedish cured salmon with dill
Swedes enjoy gravlax as an essential part of the festive Swedish smörgåsbord, such as Christmas, served with a sweet and strong mustard sauce.
Soft and spicy Swedish gingerbread cake
This spicy gingerbread cake does not need to wait until Christmas. Make it now!
Janssons frestelse—a really tempting sprats casserole
Swedish “ansjovis” isn’t anchovy, but sprats. Confusing? As long as you find the right fish, this dish will knock your socks off.
Köttbullar—reclaiming the Swedish meatballs
Are Swedish meatballs actually Turkish? Let’s really do get the facts straight.