Best 4 Great Grandma Ellens Jordgubbstårta Swedish Strawberry Cake Recipes

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In the realm of Swedish baking, few treats are as iconic and beloved as jordgubbstrta, or Swedish strawberry cake. This delectable confection is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring a tender sponge cake base, a layer of luscious strawberry jam, and a generous topping of whipped cream. While the classic jordgubbstrta is a summertime staple, variations of this cake can be enjoyed year-round, with different fruits and fillings taking center stage. This article presents a delightful collection of Swedish strawberry cake recipes, each offering a unique twist on the traditional. From the classic jordgubbstrta with its vibrant red strawberries to a decadent chocolate-strawberry version, and even a gluten-free alternative, these recipes cater to a wide range of tastes and dietary needs. Embark on a culinary journey through Sweden with these enticing strawberry cake creations, perfect for any occasion.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

JORDGUBBSTåRTA SWEDISH STRAWBERRY MERINGUE CAKE



Jordgubbstårta Swedish Strawberry Meringue Cake image

Bake the best gluten free Midsommar Jordgubbstårta. Homemade Swedish Midsommar strawberry meringue cake features cardamom & whipped cream.

Provided by Andrew Dobson

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 Egg whites
1 1/8 cup White sugar
1 pinch Kosher salt
3 tbsp Cornstarch
1/2 cup Almond Flour
1 tsp Ground cardamom
3 quarts Strawberries
4 tbsp White sugar
1 quart Whipping cream
1/2 tsp Ground cardamom
1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
1 cup Cream cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 F. Line three baking sheets with parchment paper; trace 5 8-inch circles on the sheets of paper and grease the sheets with butter and flour.
  • In a large mixing bowl with electric egg beaters whip egg whites until they form gentle peaks. Add the sugar gradually, ¼ cup at a time, and the salt, and beat at high speed until the egg whites form stiff and glossy peaks. Gently fold in the cornstarch, almond flour and cardamom.
  • Divide the pillowy meringue evenly among the five circles, and spread them to fit inside the circles, making sure that the layers are even.
  • Place baking sheets in the oven, immediately reducing the heat to 250 F. Bake for 25 minutes, then reduce the heat further to 200 degrees and bake for an additional 2 hours.
  • Turn off oven. Leave baking sheets in the oven until they reach room temperature. This prevents the meringue from cracking.
  • Stem and slice the strawberries. Sprinkle 1 tbsp sugar over the sliced strawberries.
  • In a large, chilled bowl, combine the whipping cream, remaining sugar, vanilla extract and cardamom. Beat until holding soft peaks. Add softened cream cheese and beat into the whipping cream.
  • Place 1 layer of meringue cake on a plate. Top with whipped cream, ¼ of the strawberries, more whipped cream, and another layer of cake. Repeat. Frost the top layer with the last of the whipped cream and the reserved whole strawberries.
  • Serve immediately if you want crisp layers. For a softer texture serve a couple of hours after assembly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452 kcal, Carbohydrate 37.2 g, Protein 6.9 g, Fat 32.5 g, SaturatedFat 19.8 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Sodium 108 mg, Fiber 3.1 g, Sugar 28.2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

JORDGUBBSTåRTA (SWEDISH STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE)



Jordgubbstårta (Swedish Strawberry Shortcake) image

Jordgubbstårta is the iconic Swedish cake of Midsommar that consists of a light spongecake topped with whipped cream and strawberries.

Provided by Sarah-Eden Dadoun

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 21

4 eggs
1½ cup sugar
1 cup flour
½ cup cornstarch
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
½ cup sugar
½ cup water
Juice of a lemon
1 egg
3 egg yolks
⅔ cup sugar
1 vanilla pod (, split and scraped)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups milk
3 tablespoons butter (, soft)
½ cup flour
8 oz. mascarpone
16 oz. creme fraiche ((35% fat))
8 tablespoons icing sugar
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1½ lb fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350F/180C.
  • Butter then flour three round 10-in (22cm) molds.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, add the eggs, sugar, and vanilla. Whisk 10 minutes until the mixture whitens and doubles in volume, then turn the power off.
  • Gently incorporate the flour and the cornstarch with a spatula so as not to break the foamy appearance.
  • Pour the mixture into 3 molds and bake for 20 minutes. Check the cake with the tip of a knife. It should come out clean.
  • Wait a few minutes and unmold on a cooling rack.
  • When the cake bases have completely cooled, cover tightly with plastic wrap and set aside for assembly.
  • Place all the ingredients (water, sugar and lemon juice) in a saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil for about 3 minutes.
  • Cool and then generously brush the cake bases.
  • In a saucepan, bring the milk to a boil with the split and scraped vanilla pod.
  • In a bowl, off the heat, whisk together the sugar and flour. Add the egg and egg yolks and whisk until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
  • Gradually add the hot milk while whisking.
  • Transfer the mixture to the saucepan and whisk constantly over medium heat, being careful to scrape the bottom and edges of the pan. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes over low heat until the cream has thickened.
  • Off the heat, add the butter to the preparation until you obtain a homogeneous preparation.
  • Pour the pastry cream into a large bowl.Cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the pastry cream to prevent a skin from forming. Let cool.
  • Refrigerate until cool, about 3 to 4 hours.
  • Fill a pastry bag with the pastry cream. Set aside.
  • In a bowl (or the bowl of a stand mixer), add the mascarpone, the cold cream and the vanilla.
  • Start whipping, first at low speed, then increase the speed of the mixer to medium speed. Midway, add the icing sugar.
  • Place a layer of Genoise cake on a plate. Thoroughly brush the biscuit with syrup.
  • Apply the pastry cream evenly over the cake surface with the help of the pastry bag and smooth out with a spatula.
  • Wash, trim and quarter the strawberries. Spread the strawberries evenly over the pastry cream.
  • Cover the strawberries with 2 to 3 tablespoons of light whipped cream and smooth out with the spatula.
  • Place a layer of Genoise cake on top. Proceed the same way on the second layer.
  • For the final Genoise layer, cover the sides of the cake with whipped cream. Fill a pastry bag with an open star tip, with mascarpone whipped cream.
  • Apply the mascarpone whipped cream wth the design of your choice. Spread the remaining strawberries on top of the cake, starting from the outside and going inside.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551 kcal, Carbohydrate 84 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 177 mg, Sodium 100 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 63 g, ServingSize 1 serving

JORDGUBBSTåRTA (SWEDISH STRAWBERRY CAKE)



Jordgubbstårta (Swedish Strawberry Cake) image

Make and share this Jordgubbstårta (Swedish Strawberry Cake) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Scarlett516

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (18 ounce) box white cake mix
1/2 cup strawberry jam or 1/2 cup preserves
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup sugar
2 1/2-3 cups fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • Prepare cake as directed on box, except divide batter 2/3 into one pan and 1/3 into another.
  • Bake cakes, cool, remove from pan, and slice larger cake into 2 equal layers.
  • Whip the cream, sugar, and vanilla extract together until you get stiff peaks.
  • Roughly chop 2 cups of the strawberries, and neatly slice the rest for garnish.
  • Spread 1/2 strawberry jam on bottom layer of cake, followed by 1/4 whipped cream, and sprinkle a layer of chopped strawberries. Cover with middle layer and repeat.
  • Place top layer on cake, cover cake with remaining whipped cream, and garnish with sliced strawberries.
  • Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.9, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 40.8, Sodium 302.1, Carbohydrate 53.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 37.9, Protein 2.8

BEST EVER STRAWBERRY RHUBARB PIE RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Best Ever Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by á-174535

Number Of Ingredients 14

PASTRY:
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shortening
1/4 cup cold butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
6 tablespoons ice water
FILLING:
2 1/2 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pound fresh rhubarb, cut into 1-inch pieces (3 cups) or one (16-ounce) package frozen cut rhubarb
3 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1 1/4 cups sugar

Steps:

  • For pie crust, in a medium bowl stir together flour, sugar, and salt. Using a pastry blender, cut in shortening and butter cubes until pieces are pea-size. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon. of the water over part of the flour mixture and mix lightly. Push moistened pastry to side of bowl. Repeat moistening flour mixture, using 1 tablespoon. of the water at a time, until all the flour mixture is moistened. Gather flour mixture into a ball, using hands to combine until it holds together. Divide pastry into two portions, one portion with 1/3 of the dough and one portion with 2/3 of the dough. Wrap pastry with plastic wrap and freeze for 1 to 2 hours or until firm. Meanwhile, for strawberry rhubarb filling, in a large bowl stir together sugar, tapioca, ginger and salt. Add rhubarb and strawberries; gently toss until coated. Let rhubarb mixture stand for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. (If using frozen rhubarb, let mixture stand 45 minutes.) Meanwhile, remove pastry from freezer and let stand 10-15 minutes or until easy to slice. Preheat oven to 375°F. Roll the larger piece of dough out to fit the bottom of a deep dish pie plat. Flute edges as desired. Stir fruit mixture and transfer to the pastry-lined pie plate. Roll the smaller dough out and place on top of the filling. To prevent overbrowning, cover edge of pie with foil. Place a foil-lined baking sheet on the rack below the pie in oven. Bake for 60 minutes (75 minutes if using frozen fruit). Remove foil; bake 15 to 20 minutes more or until filling is bubbly and crust is golden. Cool on a wire rack. Makes 8 servings.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries. If you can't find fresh strawberries, you can use frozen strawberries that have been thawed and drained.
  • To make sure the cake is evenly baked, rotate the pan halfway through the baking time.
  • If you don't have a springform pan, you can use a regular 9-inch cake pan. Just be sure to grease and flour the pan before adding the batter.
  • The cake can be served warm or cold. If you're serving it warm, let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. If you're serving it cold, chill it for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
  • Garnish the cake with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, or ice cream before serving.

Conclusion:

Great-Grandma Ellen's Jordgubbstrta is a delicious and easy-to-make Swedish strawberry cake. It's perfect for any occasion, from a family gathering to a summer party. With its moist and fluffy texture, sweet and tangy strawberries, and creamy frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

Here are some additional tips for making this cake:

  • If you want a taller cake, you can double the recipe and bake it in two 9-inch springform pans.
  • You can also add other fruits to the cake, such as raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries.
  • If you're short on time, you can use a store-bought cake mix instead of making the cake from scratch.
  • This cake can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just be sure to bring it to room temperature before serving.
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