Best 4 Swedish Spice Cake Mjuk Pepparkaka Recipes
Embark on a culinary journey to Sweden with our irresistible Swedish Spice Cake, also known as Mjuk Pepparkaka. This delightful treat is a symphony of aromatic spices, warm ginger, and zesty orange, enveloped in a moist and fluffy crumb. Perfect for cozy gatherings or festive occasions, this cake is sure to tantalize your taste buds and create lasting memories.
Our comprehensive guide provides two tempting variations of this classic Swedish delight - the traditional Mjuk Pepparkaka and a luscious Gluten-Free Mjuk Pepparkaka for those with dietary restrictions. Both recipes are crafted with love and attention to detail, ensuring a delectable experience for all. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delightful baking adventure!
GRANDMA'S SWEDISH SPICE CAKE
This is a very old recipe, that came from my husband's grandmother. It's absolutely delicious! The kitchen smells wonderful, with this blend of spices, while baking this marvelous treat! A real keeper! Enjoy!
Provided by Debbie Sue
Categories Cakes
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Cream butter and sugar. Add eggs and beat.
- 2. Add dry ingredients with sour cream.
- 3. Bake in a greased loaf pan at 350 degrees, for 55 to 60 minutes.
SWEDISH SPICE CAKE (MJUK PEPPARKAKA)
The smell of all the spices brings back childhood memories. In Sweden there are lots of recipes for this cake. I have translated this one from Swedish and then baked it using the English measurements to be sure everything was OK. A piece of this cake with a cup of tea.......heavenly!
Provided by Chef Dudo
Categories Breads
Time 1h10m
Yield 1 cake, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Grease and flour a 8x4x3 inch loaf pan or an 8 cup round baking pan.
- Sieve flour with baking powder, cinnamon, cloves, ginger and cardamom.
- Set aside.
- Cream butter and sugar.
- Add the eggs, one by one, keep whipping.
- Add buttermilk and jam, mix.
- Add flour mixture and mix gently.
- Pour the batter in the prepared pan.
- Bake on lowest rack in the oven for about 50-60 minutes.
- Test with a skewer that the cake is done.
TRADITIONAL PEPPARKAKOR (SWEDISH SPICE COOKIES)
Traditional Swedish spice cookie; traditionally served on St. Lucia Day (Dec. 13). These are my sisters favorite cookie.:) (Note: you need to mix up the dough a day in advance, cover and let rest overnight). Cardamom & finely chopped candied ginger would make nice additions to these Pepparkakor. The molasses is an essential ingredient in this recipe, you get crispy yet chewy cookies with a lovely rich subtle depth of flavor. Don't skip!
Provided by BecR2400
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 3 1/2 dozen cookies, 42 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sift together dry ingredients; set aside.
- Cream sugar and butter.
- Add egg and molasses.
- Blend in dry ingredients thoroughly. Let dough stand overnight for easy rolling.
- On a well-floured board, roll out dough to 1/8 inch thickness.
- Cut into shapes (we usually make gingerbread people) and bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.
- NOTE: Prep time does not include time to let dough rest overnight.
TRADITIONAL SWEDISH PEPPARKAKOR
These thin, crispy spice cookies are a Christmas tradition in Sweden. They're usually cut into heart, flower or star shapes. Dusting your cookie cutters with flour will make it easier to cut the dough.
Provided by Eal
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Scandinavian
Time 1h35m
Yield 100
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Sift the flour together with the baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and cardamom in a mixing bowl.
- Beat the butter together with the white and brown sugars in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and corn syrup until smooth. Gradually stir in the flour mixture until evenly blended. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and wrap tightly each with plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 1 hour, or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease baking sheets.
- Using 1 portion at a time, work on a floured surface and roll out dough to 1/8 inch thick. Cut into shapes with cookie cutter, and place 1 inch apart on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake in preheated oven until set, about 5 minutes. Cool completely. Store in tightly covered tins.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 6.7 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 39.9 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, good-quality ingredients will result in a better-tasting cake. Use real butter, not margarine, and use fresh eggs.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the cake, making it light and airy.
- Gradually add the eggs to the butter and sugar mixture: This will help to prevent the eggs from curdling.
- Sift the dry ingredients together before adding them to the wet ingredients: This will help to ensure that the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the cake in a preheated oven: This will help to ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
Swedish Spice Cake, also known as Mjuk Pepparkaka, is a delicious and moist cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The cake is full of flavor, thanks to the addition of spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom. It is also very moist, thanks to the use of buttermilk and sour cream. If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cake, Swedish Spice Cake is a great option.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love
