Midsummer Swedish Strawberry Compote Jordgubbskrm
Capture the essence of Swedish summer with this irresistible Midsummer Swedish Strawberry Compote, or Jordgubbskräm. Juicy, sun-ripened strawberries take center stage in this simple yet elegant dessert, simmered gently with sugar and water to unlock their natural sweetness. Thickened with potato starch or cornstarch for a silky texture, this traditional Scandinavian treat is refreshingly light and perfect for warm days. Serve it chilled with a dollop of whipped cream, a drizzle of cold milk, or enjoy it simply on its own to savor the bright, pure flavor of summer’s favorite berry. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and minimal ingredients, this easy recipe is a celebration of the season, making it a must-add to your summer dessert repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh strawberries
- 100 grams Sugar
- 250 milliliters Water
- 2 tablespoons Potato starch (or cornstarch)
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
Instructions
Wash and hull the fresh strawberries. Cut larger strawberries into halves or quarters and leave smaller berries whole.
In a medium saucepan, combine the strawberries, 100 grams of sugar, and 250 milliliters of water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar and prevent sticking.
Once the mixture reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the strawberries begin to soften and release their juices.
In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of potato starch (or cornstarch) with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry.
Slowly pour the starch slurry into the simmering strawberry mixture while stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes, until the compote thickens. Remove the pan from heat.
Allow the compote to cool to room temperature before transferring it to a serving bowl or container. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Serve the chilled strawberry compote on its own, alongside a dollop of whipped cream, or with a drizzle of cold milk for a classic Swedish touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
619 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.3 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 124.1 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 729 mg | 16% | |
*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.
