Midsummer Swedish Strawberry Compote Jordgubbskrm Recipe

Celebrate Midsummer with this simple yet enchanting Swedish strawberry compote! Perfect for a magical summer solstice feast, this recipe captures the spirit of Scandinavia's longest day. Imagine: lavender twilight lingering until 11 PM, followed by a sunrise around 2 AM! This vibrant compote, ready in minutes, is traditionally served with cream or sour cream alongside other Midsummer favorites like pickled herring and new potatoes. Make this easy recipe your own special Midsummer tradition, wherever you are in the world!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 8 mins
Calories 149.2 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (19 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Midsummer Swedish Strawberry Compote Jordgubbskrm

  • Fresh Strawberries
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) water + 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar + 1-2 tablespoons extra sugar (to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder

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How to Make Midsummer Swedish Strawberry Compote Jordgubbskrm

  1. Clean and hull 1 pound (450g) of fresh strawberries.
  2. Cut large strawberries into bite-sized pieces or slices.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine the strawberries with 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder with 2 tablespoons cold water until smooth.
  5. Add the arrowroot mixture to the saucepan with the strawberries and sugar.
  6. Add 1/4 cup (60ml) water to the saucepan and stir gently to combine.
  7. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Once boiling, remove from heat immediately.
  8. Pour the strawberry compote into a serving bowl. Sprinkle with 1-2 tablespoons of extra sugar (to taste). Let it stand for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  9. Serve warm or cold with a dollop of whipped cream, milk, or sour cream. Enjoy the taste of Midsummer!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

120g

Fat

0g

Carbs

12g

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