Good morning to everyone who loves coffee and pastries and all things delicious. Swedish breakfast is a whole mood that combines savory hard-boiled eggs with the sweetest cardamom buns. Let’s get these golden treats on your table, shall we?
1. Swedish Cardamom Buns
You will appreciate this sweet recipe if you enjoy starting your day with a sugary treat. These buns remind me of cinnamon rolls, but they also share flavor and textural similarities with pull-apart monkey bread.
The intricate braiding on top makes them look absolutely lovely. Just know that you cannot simply roll out of bed and eat these fifteen minutes later since they take some time to create.
I promise the tender crisp dough and the rich filling of butter, cinnamon, and cardamom are worth every second of effort.
2. Swedish Crispbread
Get ready to be a happy chef if you have a soft spot for seasoned crackers but have never tried this Swedish variety. This recipe uses rye flour to create crunchy crackers that are covered in seeds and packed with flavor.
Every bite is herbier than the last thanks to a mix of sesame seeds, flaxseed, pumpkin seeds, salt, and rolled oats.
I personally love eating them with garlic and herb cream cheese, but they are honestly delicious enough to eat all by themselves.
3. Swedish Pancakes
These pancakes look a lot like crepes, but you will find the taste and texture are quite distinct. They are much lighter and airier than American pancakes while being fluffier than a standard crepe.
You can whip up a dozen of these buttery treats in about fifteen minutes using simple pantry staples. I highly recommend making the buttermilk syrup to go with them.
You might never want to go back to maple syrup after you get a taste of it.
4. Coffee
Most Americans know how to brew a pot of java, but you cannot have a complete Swedish breakfast without it. Swedes love their coffee just as much as we do.
This particular recipe offers two different methods for brewing the perfect cup of black coffee. You can obviously stir in as much cream and sugar as you like.
5. Swedish Rye Bread
This dark, dense bread features a wonderfully crispy crust that hides a soft and tender interior. Making it takes a bit of time, but the phenomenal taste is impossible to resist.
Ingredients like milk, shortening, brown sugar, and molasses come together for a rich flavor profile that is just slightly sweet.
It is the perfect morning bread for smearing with jam or peanut butter alongside a glass of milk or hot coffee.
6. Swedish Waffles
These thin waffles cook up beautifully golden brown and crispy. You really only need a waffle iron and basic ingredients like flour, salt, eggs, milk, baking powder, and butter.
The texture is denser and less airy than the American version, but the taste is fantastic. I think they are best when topped with whipped cream and Felix Lingonberry jam.
7. Muesli
You might know this dish as Swiss oatmeal, and it is a hearty breakfast that will keep you full for hours. It is extremely convenient because you prep the oats the night before and simply add toppings the next morning.
This is ideal for busy days when you have zero time to cook. You can make it sweet with berries and cinnamon sugar or keep it savory with nuts and seeds.
8. Swedish Cardamom Bread
This bread is not quite as sweet as the cardamom buns I mentioned earlier, but it is just as incredible. It is a gorgeous golden braid that people in Sweden often bake as a special holiday treat or gift.
You will not be disappointed whether you make it for a gathering or just for yourself. The flavor is slightly sweet with pine-like notes that are hard to beat.
9. Boiled Eggs
You likely already know how to boil an egg, but I had to include them since they are such a staple of Swedish breakfasts.
This guide is helpful because it shows you exactly how to make them soft-boiled or hard-boiled depending on your preference.
10. Swedish Lemon Pancakes
These pancakes are just as thin and delectable as the traditional ones, but they have a distinct flavor profile. You flavor these with lemon curd and zest for a result that is tart and zestier.
I like to top them with powdered sugar and raspberries to help soften that tangy edge. The recipe suggests using sweetened sour cream, but I usually stick to traditional whipped cream if I want something creamy.
