Mansiikka Kiisseli Strawberries
Delight in the sweet simplicity of Finnish cuisine with Mansiikka Kiisseli, a traditional strawberry dessert that’s as vibrant as it is comforting. This easy-to-make strawberry kissel combines the natural sweetness of fresh, juicy strawberries with just a hint of sugar, creating a luscious, velvety fruit soup that highlights the essence of summer’s favorite berry. Thickened gently with potato starch or cornstarch, this classic Scandinavian dish achieves a silky texture that’s perfect for savoring on its own or pairing with pancakes, whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile treat is a wonderful addition to any dessert repertoire. Whether served warm or chilled, it’s a deliciously refreshing way to celebrate the flavors of the season. Ideal keywords: strawberry kissel recipe, Finnish desserts, summer berry recipes, traditional Nordic cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh strawberries
- 750 milliliters water
- 100 grams sugar
- 3 tablespoons potato starch (or cornstarch)
- 3 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
Wash the strawberries thoroughly and remove the stems. Slice them into halves or quarters if they are large.
In a medium saucepan, combine the strawberries and 750 milliliters of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and allow the strawberries to cook for 5–7 minutes or until they are tender and their juice has been released.
Stir in the sugar and continue to simmer for another 2–3 minutes, ensuring the sugar dissolves completely.
In a small bowl, mix the potato starch (or cornstarch) with 3 tablespoons of cold water to create a smooth slurry.
Gradually add the starch slurry to the simmering strawberry mixture while stirring constantly to avoid clumping. The mixture will start to thicken almost immediately.
Once thickened to a silky, soup-like consistency, remove the saucepan from the heat. Allow the kissel to cool slightly.
Serve warm or transfer to the refrigerator to chill. The kissel can be enjoyed on its own, drizzled over pancakes, or paired with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
161 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 10 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.7 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 194 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
