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🍽️ 3 Midsummer Recipes to Impress Your Guests
Simple, festive, and full of Scandinavian charm
Midsummer in Sweden is a time for sunshine, flower crowns, laughter—and of course, delicious food shared with loved ones. Whether you're hosting a big garden party or preparing a quiet picnic, these three classic recipes will bring a touch of authentic Swedish summer to your table. Fresh, flavorful, and beautifully simple, they’re the perfect mix of tradition and crowd-pleasing comfort.
🧀 1. Västerbottenpaj (Swedish Cheese Pie)
A royal classic with a rich, savory flavor that everyone loves
This pie has become a must-have at Swedish celebrations, especially during Midsummer, crayfish parties, and Christmas. The hero of the dish is Västerbotten cheese, a unique aged cheese with a sharp, nutty flavor that melts beautifully into the creamy custard filling. If you can’t find the real thing, a mix of strong aged cheddar and a touch of Parmesan can be a worthy stand-in. Served slightly warm or at room temperature, it’s a dish that works perfectly as a starter, a side, or even the star of the table.
Ingredients
For the crust:
125 g (about 1 cup) all-purpose flour
100 g (7 tbsp) cold butter, cubed
1 tbsp cold water
A pinch of salt
For the filling:
3 eggs
200 ml (about ¾ cup plus 1 tbsp) heavy cream
200 g (about 7 oz) grated Västerbotten cheese (or substitute)
A pinch of salt and a bit of freshly ground pepper
Instructions
Prepare the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and butter. Work it together with your fingers or a pastry cutter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Add the cold water and gently knead just until the dough holds together. Press the dough into a tart pan (around 24 cm / 9.5 inches in diameter), covering the bottom and sides evenly. Place the crust in the fridge to rest for 30 minutes.
Blind bake: Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F). Prick the crust with a fork and bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden. Let it cool slightly while you prepare the filling.
Make the filling: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, grated cheese, and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust.
Bake: Return the pie to the oven and bake for another 20–25 minutes, until the filling is set and the top is golden brown. Let it cool for at least 15 minutes before serving
🥔 2. Dill Potatoes (Färskpotatis med Dill)
A true Midsummer classic that lets the ingredients shine
Fresh new potatoes, boiled until tender and tossed with butter and chopped dill — that’s it. But don’t be fooled by its simplicity. This dish is beloved in Sweden for a reason: it’s the perfect combination of creamy, herby, and earthy. It pairs beautifully with just about anything, or can stand proudly on its own.
Ingredients
1 kg (2.2 lbs) small new potatoes
2 tbsp butter
A big handful of fresh dill, finely chopped
Salt to taste
Instructions
Wash potatoes thoroughly. Boil in salted water until fork-tender (about 15–20 minutes).
Drain and toss immediately with butter and chopped dill.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Optional: A sprinkle of flaky sea salt or a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
🍓 3. Jordgubbstårta (Strawberry Cream Cake)
This dreamy summer cake is basically Midsummer on a plate
Light sponge cake, clouds of whipped cream, and sun-sweet strawberries — this is the dessert everyone waits for. It’s as beautiful as it is delicious, and you don’t need to be a pro baker to pull it off. There are lots of versions, but the heart of it stays the same: fresh berries, fluffy cake, and something creamy in between.
Ingredients
Sponge Cake:
3 eggs
200g (1 cup) sugar
120g (1 cup) flour
1 tsp baking powder
2 tbsp water
Filling and Topping:
500 ml (2 cups) heavy cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
500g (1 lb) fresh strawberries, sliced
Optional: strawberry jam, edible flowers, mint leaves
Instructions
Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease two round cake pans.
Beat eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy. Sift in flour and baking powder. Fold gently, add water.
Pour into pans and bake 25–30 mins. Cool completely.
Whip cream with sugar. Spread jam and cream between the layers, then top with cream and decorate with berries.
☀️ Bring Swedish Summer to Your Table
With just a few ingredients and a bit of love, you can recreate the magic of Midsummer from anywhere in the world. These recipes are simple, but they tell a story — of sunshine, celebration, and food that brings people together. So grab some flowers, set the table outside, and let the Midsummer spirit do the rest.
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