Cardamom-Infused Swedish Semla Buns with Marzipan and Whipped Cream

Recipe Collection: Dessert

Cardamom-Infused Swedish Semla Buns with Marzipan and Whipped Cream bring the rich flavors of Scandinavian cuisine to your table. Perfect for vegetarians, these buns are filled with a luscious marzipan and whipped cream mixture, making them a festive treat for Fat Tuesday or any special occasion. The warm, spiced cardamom aroma combined with the sweet marzipan creates a unique taste that is both comforting and satisfying.

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Overview

Experience a taste of Swedish tradition with these delightful semla buns. Infused with cardamom and filled with a luscious marzipan and whipped cream mixture, these buns are perfect for celebrating Fat Tuesday or any special occasion. Not too sweet and just the right size, they offer a delightful balance of flavors and textures.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Eggs, Gluten, Nuts

Cuisine

Scandinavian

Serving Size: 16

Cooking Time: 170 minutes

Ingredients

• 1.5 Cups (c) warm milk
• 0.67 Cup (c) butter, melted
• 2 Large eggs
• 0.25 Ounce (oz) envelope active dry yeast
• 5 Cups (c) all-purpose flour
• 0.5 Cup (c) white sugar
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) cardamom, ground
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 1 Cup (c) all-purpose flour
• 4 Teaspoons (tsp) baking powder
• 0.5 Cup (c) milk
• 5 Ounces (oz) marzipan
• 2 Cups (c) whipping cream
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) white sugar
• 1 Pinch confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps

1. Prepare the Buns: In a large bowl, whisk together warm milk, melted butter, and eggs. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it stand until it forms a creamy foam, about 5 minutes. In another bowl, sift together 5 cups of flour, sugar, cardamom, and salt.
2. Form the Dough: Stir the flour mixture into the milk mixture to create a soft dough. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes. Lightly grease baking sheets and set aside.
3. Knead and Shape: Sift 1 cup of flour with baking powder and stir into the risen dough. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic. Shape into 16 balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in size, about 35 to 40 minutes.
4. Bake the Buns: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Bake the buns until golden brown and firm in the center, about 10 to 15 minutes. Cool on a wire rack to room temperature.
5. Prepare the Fillings: Once the buns are cool, cut a 1/2-inch thick slice off the top of each bun and set aside. Scoop out the center of each bun, leaving a 1/2-inch thick shell. Tear the removed bread into small pieces and place in a bowl. Moisten with milk and mix in marzipan until smooth, adding more milk as needed to achieve a pudding-like consistency.
6. Whip the Cream: In a chilled bowl, beat the whipping cream with an electric mixer until frothy. Gradually add sugar and continue to beat until soft peaks form.
7. Assemble the Buns: Fill each bun shell with a spoonful of marzipan filling. Pipe whipped cream on top, about 1/2 inch over the top of each bun. Replace the tops and dust with confectioners' sugar before serving.

Enjoy your homemade Cardamom-Infused Swedish Semla Buns with Marzipan and Whipped Cream!