Pastries and Parties
Dammsugare translates to “vacuum cleaner” in Swedish, and while this might seem like a weird name for a cookie, it actually makes a lot of sense. Dammsugare don’t need to be baked and are traditionally made with all the leftover cake and cookie crumbs in Read More
Farmors Pepparkakor: Grandmother’s Gingerbread Cookies are thin and crisp. Making these cookies is always a highlight of Christmas for me. Distinctive Recipe I have named these cookies Farmors Pepparkakor as the recipe comes from my farmor, my paternal grandmother. While modern pepparkakor are heavily spiced Read More
Mandelmusslor: Almond Boats are almond flavored cookies that are shaped almost like a tart shell or little boat. They have a shortbread-like texture and are meant to be filled with lightly whipped cream and jam. Get this and 23 more Swedish Christmas recipes in my Read More
In Swedish, Norska Nötkakor means Norwegian nut cookies. Growing up, these cookies were a staple during Christmas in my family. Alongside pepparkakor, klenäter, and more, my Swedish grandmother would bake them for our festive celebrations. However, the origin of the name “Norwegian nut cookies” remains Read More
Kolasnittar, also known as Swedish caramel cookies or caramel slices, are a popular type of cookie in Sweden. The word “kolasnittar” translates to “caramel slices” or “caramel cuts” in English. These cookies have a slightly chewy texture when freshly baked but become crisp as they Read More
Drömmar means “dreams” in Swedish and these cookies truly live up to their dreamy name. They are light, crumbly, easy to make, and totally addictive. Swedish Dreams Drömmar: Dream Cookies have been a Swedish tradition since the early 20th century. People love them because they’re Read More
Unlike American or British gingerbread, Moderna Pepparkakor: Modern Swedish Gingerbread Cookies are thin and crisp. They are heavily spiced with cloves, cinnamon, ginger, and anise. This recipe is straightforward and forgiving. Get this and 23 more Swedish Christmas recipes in my ebook: 24 Days of Christmas! Read More
Cranberry Orange Thumbprints are the perfect Thanksgiving cookie (IMO). These are for all the people who want a sweet after dinner but don’t want all the pie. They are for the people who dont even like pie that much (heretical I know but they exist). Read More
Hey my dudes! If you’re a fan of almond and chocolate then you definitely need to try chokladbiskvier! Chokladbiskvier are believed to have originated in Sweden, but the exact date of their creation is unknown. They have been around for at least a few decades Read More
Hey my dudes! Let’s talk Brown Butter and Whiskey Madeleines! A long time ago, when the earth was green and I was young, I worked as the pastry chef of a three Michelin-starred restaurant. Every day, at the end of the meal, we served our Read More