🇸🇪 Scandinavian Recipes
50 scandinavian recipes converted from YouTube cooking videos. Authentic dishes with full ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and nutrition info.
SOLBULLAR
Soft, cardamom‑spiced Swedish sun buns filled with silky pastry cream, brushed with butter and rolled in sugar. Inspired by Cecilia Tolone’s recipe, these bright, round buns are perfect for a winter treat or a special brunch.
SOLBULLAR - fluffiga & saftiga vaniljbullar som på konditori!
These Swedish solbullar (sun buns) are ultra‑fluffy cardamom‑spiced rolls filled with silky vanilla cream, brushed with melted butter and rolled in sparkling sugar. The recipe uses room‑temperature ingredients for a tender crumb and white syrup for extra lift.
Homemade Skyr (Icelandic Yogurt)
A simple, high‑protein Icelandic skyr made at home using Fairlife whole milk, a tiny amount of inulin for extra prebiotic fiber, and a spoonful of store‑bought skyr as starter. The mixture ferments in an Instant Pot on the Yogurt setting for 16 hours, then is strained to a creamy, thick texture. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or adding to smoothies.
VANILJBULLAR
Soft, buttery buns infused with vanilla, inspired by the classic triple‑vanilla buns from Linderberry B bakery in Stockholm. The dough is enriched with buttermilk, proofed, shaped like cinnamon rolls, brushed with egg wash, baked to a golden finish and finished with a sweet vanilla glaze and flaky vanilla salt.
HALLONBULLAR
Soft, buttery Swedish buns flavored with cardamom and filled with sweet raspberry jam, finished with a glossy egg wash and crunchy pearl sugar. Perfect for a summer fika or a sweet snack.
Solbullar i långpanna
Classic Swedish solbollar (sun buns) baked in a sheet pan and filled with a silky vanilla cream. Perfect for fika, brunch, or a sweet snack. The recipe follows the method shown on the YouTube channel Köket and includes detailed steps, timings, and tips for flawless results.
Skyr Yogurt (Homemade)
A step‑by‑step guide to making thick, high‑protein Icelandic‑style Skyr yogurt at home using either an insulated mug or a yogurt maker. Includes optional straining for extra protein, storage tips, and troubleshooting.
KRÄMBULLAR
Soft, buttery cardamom‑flavored buns filled with a silky 50/50 blend of vanilla pastry cream and whipped cream (diplomat cream). The buns are brushed with melted butter, rolled in sugar and finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for a Swedish fika or a sweet snack.
Princess Cake recipe on NYT Cooking now 👑
A simplified, stress‑free version of Sweden’s iconic Princess Cake. Light vanilla sponge layers are filled with silky vanilla custard, raspberry jam, and sweetened whipped cream, then covered in smooth marzipan and dusted with powdered sugar. The recipe uses a quick‑heat custard method and gelatin‑stabilized whipped cream so home cooks can achieve professional results without intimidation.
Hand-Kneaded Cinnamon Buns (No Mixer)
A step‑by‑step hand‑kneaded cinnamon bun recipe that requires no mixer. The dough rests multiple times, chills in the fridge, and is shaped using a simple book‑fold technique before baking at 190°C for a golden finish. Finished with an agave glaze and pearl sugar for extra shine.
Homemade Icelandic Skyr (Traditional Yogurt Cheese)
A step‑by‑step guide to making authentic Icelandic skyr at home using a milk separator, natural fermentation, and slow draining in linen bags. The result is a thick, creamy, high‑protein yogurt cheese that can be enjoyed plain or flavored with lemon or rhubarb syrup.
Hasselback potatoes
Crispy, buttery Hasselback‑style potatoes with garlic, rosemary‑infused butter and fresh parsley. A Swedish‑inspired side dish that looks impressive and tastes amazing.
Homemade Icelandic Skyr
A step‑by‑step guide to making traditional Icelandic skyr (fat‑free yogurt) at home using a gallon of milk, a tiny amount of rennet, and a simple yogurt starter. The process includes heating, culturing, overnight incubation, and gentle straining to yield a thick, high‑protein dairy product perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Canel Bulard – Swedish Cinnamon Buns
Discover the Swedish recipe for Canel Bulard, tiny ultra‑soft cinnamon buns, lightly sweetened and glazed with a shiny vanilla syrup. Perfect for breakfast or a winter snack.
Small Cardamom Buns
Fluffy cardamom‑flavored buns inspired by traditional Swedish kanelbullar. A light brioche dough, a butter and brown‑sugar filling, and a glossy syrup glaze. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a sweet break.
Icelandic Skyr (High-Protein Yogurt)
A step‑by‑step guide to making traditional Icelandic Skyr at home using non‑homogenized grass‑fed milk, a small amount of Skyr starter, and a simple overnight incubation. The yogurt is strained for a thick, creamy texture, then whisked to a smooth finish. Serve with fresh fruit and honey for a protein‑packed breakfast or snack.
Norway Gravlax – How to Make Traditional Salt Cured Salmon with Dill Authentic Nordic Recipe
A step‑by‑step guide to making authentic Norwegian gravlax – fresh salmon cured with salt, sugar, pepper and dill, then served thinly sliced with a creamy mustard‑dill sauce. The recipe includes curing times, serving suggestions, and cultural background.
Swedish Cherry Cake
A moist cherry cake, inspired by Swedish pastry, topped with a crunchy caramelized almond topping. Easy to prepare, suitable for celebrations or a tasty snack.
Homemade Salmon Gravlax – Christmas
Learn how to prepare a homemade salmon gravlax, perfect for the holiday season. The salmon is cured with coarse salt, sugar, lemon and dill, then kept refrigerated for 48 h. A refined starter, simple to make and keeps for a week.
Recipe: Swedish cinnamon buns
Traditional Swedish cinnamon buns (canelbulle) with a buttery cardamom‑spiced dough, sweet cinnamon‑butter filling, and a crunchy pearl‑sugar topping. Made with a stand mixer for a soft, fluffy interior and a golden crisp on top.
Nea’s Not-Too-Sweet Swedish Princess Cake
A classic Swedish Princess Cake with light vanilla sponge, thick vanilla pastry cream, fluffy whipped cream and a glossy green marzipan coating. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any fika gathering.
Michelin star SALMON GRAVLAX recipe (How To Cure Fish At Home)
A vibrant Nordic-inspired appetizer featuring cured salmon gravlax, crisp cucumber dice, bright orange segments, and soft‑boiled quail eggs finished with a sweet‑savory orange glaze.
Cinnamon Rolls
Soft cinnamon rolls, inspired by Nordic brioche, perfect for breakfast or Christmas celebrations. The leavened dough is filled with a butter‑sugar‑cinnamon mixture, then baked and topped with vanilla glaze or powdered sugar.
Panouaku – Finnish Oven Pancakes
A thick, vanilla‑flavored pancake baked at 210 °C, cut into squares and served with apricot jam, vanilla whipped cream and a dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for Nordic celebrations or a warm snack.
7 Swedish Christmas Cookies
A complete guide to making all seven traditional Swedish cookies from Cecilia Tolone's Bogri Lot holiday box: saffron dream cookies, gingerbread pig cookies, horseshoe cookies, fruit‑cake inspired cookies, vanilla caramels, chocolate‑peppermint slice cookies, and Norwegian hazelnut cookies. All cookies are crisp, dry, and keep for weeks.
Mustard Dill Sauce for Gravlax - Gravlaxsås
A classic Scandinavian mustard‑dill sauce perfect for topping gravlax or spreading on rye/sourdough bread for a traditional open‑face sandwich. The sauce is tangy, slightly sweet, and herbaceous, and can be prepared in under 10 minutes.
Sweet Mustard & Dill Sauce to Serve with Gravlax
A quick, no‑cook sweet mustard and dill sauce perfect for drizzling over gravlax, smoked salmon, poached salmon or sashimi‑grade fish. Equal parts Dijon mustard, honey, and white vinegar are emulsified with vegetable oil, then finished with fresh dill just before serving.
Swedish Meatballs in Cream Sauce with Mashed Potatoes
A classic Swedish dish featuring tender meatballs made from a mix of minced pork and beef, flavored with fried onions, garlic, and spices, served in a rich cream sauce alongside creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for family dinners and meal prep.
The Dish Salmon gravlax with mustard dressing
A quick, elegant appetizer of thinly sliced cured salmon served on crisp water crackers, topped with a bright dill‑mustard sauce, lemon wedges, and a dollop of garlic‑infused crème fraîche.
SWEDISH PRINCESS CAKE BATTLE!!
A classic Swedish Princess Cake (Prinsesstårta) with light genoise sponge, raspberry jam, vanilla custard (crème pâtissière), whipped cream and a smooth marzipan covering, finished with delicate marzipan roses and leaves. This recipe follows the chaotic but fun recreation challenge from Sorted Food, giving you step‑by‑step instructions, tips and troubleshooting for a perfect celebration cake.
GRAVLAX / CURED SALMON RECIPE
A modern take on classic gravlax: fresh salmon cured with equal parts sugar and salt, a splash of vodka, beet juice for a vibrant pink hue, and plenty of dill. After 24 hours of refrigeration under weight, the salmon is thinly sliced and served with capers, radish, scallions, parsley and a drizzle of extra‑virgin olive oil. Perfect for brunch, cocktail parties, or a sophisticated snack.
PRINCESSTÅRTA
A fully homemade Swedish Princess Torta featuring almond‑flour marzipan, bright raspberry jam, silky pastry cream, and light whipped cream. All components are made from scratch, just like the classic Princess Cake, but with a personal twist of colored marzipan and fresh decorations.
WEIGHT LOSS JELLY RECIPE!
A low‑carb, sugar‑free jelly made with apple cider vinegar, perfect for fasting, keto desserts, or as a tangy garnish. The jelly is easy to prepare, sets quickly, and offers a health‑boosting dose of vinegar without the harsh taste of straight ACV.
How to Make Gravad Lax Sauce (Unveiling of the Salmon)
A simple, homemade Scandinavian gravlax (cured salmon) paired with a sweet‑tangy dill mustard sauce. The recipe uses just a few pantry staples, lets you control the sweetness and creaminess, and yields a restaurant‑quality appetizer that’s far superior to store‑bought versions.
Easy Homemade Gravlox + Optional Cold Smoke Method
Homemade gravlax is a classic Scandinavian cured salmon that’s buttery, slightly sweet, and infused with dill and optional gin. This step‑by‑step recipe shows how to calculate the perfect 15% salt‑sugar cure, wrap and weight the fillet, and optionally cold‑smoke it for extra depth. The result is thinly sliced, silky salmon perfect for bagels, toast, or a refined appetizer.
How To Make Swedish Princess Cake
A classic Swedish Princess Torta featuring light vanilla sponge layers, raspberry‑filled vanilla pastry cream, fruit‑infused whipped cream and a smooth marzipan coating. Traditionally served at celebrations, this cake brings a touch of Stockholm’s fika culture to your home.
Gravlax Recipe Chef Jacques Pepin
A quick, restaurant‑style gravlax made by lightly salting salmon for just 10 minutes, then slicing it paper‑thin and topping with crisp vegetables and a drizzle of high‑quality olive oil. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or light main course.
How to Make Salmon Gravlax - Homemade Gravlax salmon - Best Gravlax Recipe
A classic Scandinavian gravlax made by curing fresh salmon with a fragrant blend of rock salt, sugar, citrus zest, star anise, juniper berries, and dill, then finished with a bright herb‑Dijon mustard coating. The result is a silky, slightly cured salmon perfect for slicing thin and serving with lemon, sour cream or toast.
Gravlax (Cured Salmon)
Homemade gravlax is a Scandinavian cured salmon that’s bright, flavorful, and perfect for serving on crostini with crème fraîche. This no‑smoke, no‑heat cure uses a simple mixture of salt, sugar, white pepper, dill, lime zest and optional aquavit or beet for color. After 2–3 days in the fridge the salmon becomes firm, silky, and beautifully pink‑orange—an elegant appetizer that anyone can make at home.
Baking for St. Lucia’s Day
Festive bite‑size gingerbread cakes filled with tangy cream cheese, topped with silky Swiss‑meringue buttercream and a dollop of sweet‑tart lingonberry jam. Perfect for holiday pastry boxes or a cozy winter tea party.
This smoked salmon recipe has a funny name.
A simple, ready‑to‑eat Finnish survival snack featuring smoked salmon baked into dense rye bread, packaged in a convenient can. Served warm with melted butter, it’s perfect for camping, hiking, or any on‑the‑go meal.
Jamie's Signature Gravlax
A modern take on classic Swedish gravlax, cured with a fragrant blend of salt, sugar, fennel, coriander, lemon zest, beetroot juice and a splash of vodka. Served thinly sliced with a bright horseradish‑sour‑cream sauce, crisp salad, baby beetroot ribbons and a vivid dill‑oil drizzle.
Swedish Princess cake
A classic Swedish Princess cake with light vanilla sponge, raspberry filling, silky pastry cream, fluffy whipped cream and a smooth marzipan covering. Perfect for celebrations or a special dessert.
How To Make Swedish Princess Cake Recipe 🍰 prinsesstårta
A classic Swedish Princess Cake with light sponge layers, raspberry jam, vanilla custard, whipped cream and a smooth green marzipan covering. Perfect for celebrations or a special dessert.
Crêpe Epaisse Finlandaise Recette Facile et Rapide du Pannukakku
A thick, fluffy Finnish-style pancake baked in the oven. Easy to make, kid‑friendly, and perfect for topping with chocolate spread, jam, or fresh fruit.
A SWEDISH PRINCESS CAKE FOR QUEEN BETTY’s 90th BIRTHDAY! 👑
A classic Swedish Prinsesstårta made for a 90th birthday celebration. This elegant dome‑shaped vanilla sponge cake is layered with raspberry jam, silky vanilla pastry cream, and fluffy whipped cream, then covered in smooth green marzipan and finished with pink sugar flowers. The recipe follows the traditional style while adding a personal touch of draped piping.
Scandinavian Gravlax - Salmon Recipe
A simple, affordable, and delicious homemade gravlax made from a side of salmon cured with salt, sugar, dill and spices. After two days in the fridge the fish becomes firm and flavorful, ready to be sliced paper‑thin and served with capers, cornichons, onion, fresh dill, bagels and cream cheese or a traditional mustard sauce.
How to Make Salmon Gravlax / Cured Salmon
A step‑by‑step guide to making affordable, restaurant‑quality gravlax at home. Fresh Atlantic salmon is cured with coarse sea salt, brown sugar, citrus zest, horseradish, dill, beetroot and a splash of Irish whiskey, then dried for a few days. Served thinly sliced on German rye bread with a tangy dill‑horseradish cream, cucumber, red onion, capers and fresh dill.
This is how to make gravlax 🐠
A simple, no‑heat method to cure salmon at home, creating silky gravlax served with a bright dill‑yogurt spread. Perfect for bagels, crostini, or as an elegant appetizer.
Classic Swedish Princess Cake
A classic Swedish Princess Cake (Prinsesstårta) with light vanilla sponge, tangy raspberry jam, silky vanilla pastry cream, fluffy unsweetened whipped cream and a smooth green marzipan covering, finished with a pink marzipan rose. Perfect for birthdays or any celebration.