Description
Indulge in the warm, inviting flavors of this Authentic Swedish Cardamom Cake, a cozy and simple treat perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon coffee break. With a moist, tender crumb and beautifully spiced cardamom flavor, this cake is as elegant as it is easy. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast idea, an easy recipe for a cozy gathering, or a healthy snack with minimal fuss, this cardamom cake delivers. Try it once and you’ll see why it’s a beloved staple in Scandinavian baking.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cardamom, and salt.
5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three parts, alternating with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined.
6. Stir in the vanilla extract.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
For stronger flavor, freshly grind cardamom pods instead of using pre-ground spice.
You can substitute yogurt for sour cream if needed—just use full-fat for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 110mg