THE BEST TREAT FOR A SWEDISH FIKA | Swedish Cinnamon Rolls

Swedish Cinnamon Rolls is one of the most beloved treats on the Swedish Fika table. The secret to a successful Cinnamon Roll is to bake them yourself. With this Swedish Fika recipe, you will realize that it is quite easy.

First of all, what does it mean to have a Swedish Fika?

If you don’t know yet what Fika is, we love to inform you that it does not really have a translation to any other language. The word Fika is just the word for it, and it stands for some sort of quality time set aside for yourself or as a group. During this quality time, you usually drink a cup of coffee (or tea) while having a treat of some sort.

If you have friends you haven’t seen for a while you might use Fika as an excuse for social interaction, to catch up, or just to get to know each other more. If you prefer alone time, Fika is a perfect reason for taking a break from anything throughout the day focusing on yourself for a moment. Despite how you do it you will return to your previous activities feeling more refreshed which is really the point of having a Swedish Fika.

What it is that makes the Swedish Cinnamon Rolls perfect for a daily Fika routine?

There are many Fika treats to choose from, practically everything that fits with coffee or tea. But remember, a Swedish Fika can take place multiple times a day, so it is important to not make it too decadent, or else you burst. Ask yourself, if your day is a marathon what little boost along the way would you enjoy?

These Swedish Cinnamon Rolls are perfect because they are not too sweet and not drowned in frosting. They are simply soft and fluffy, with a filling that feels just right.

So, let’s bake them! (Authentic and easy recipe below)

By baking your own Fika treats you’ll soon notice how much better it tastes and how many artificial ingredients you spare your body from. Your home will thank you for it since it will feel extra cozy next time you bring a tray of new baked cinnamon rolls from your oven. The best part is that YOU DESERVE IT.

P.S. If you happen to visit Sweden any time soon you can impress any native by asking for “Kanelbullar” which is its original name.

Swedish Cinnamon Rolls

Ingredients:

50 grams yeast. (or 1 bag dry)
3.5 tablespoons butter
1 and 1/4 cup of milk
1/2 cup of sugar
A pinch of salt
3 and 1/4 Cups of Flour

Filling:

1/3 cups butter (softened)
3 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 cup of sugar (you can use less)
Optional: Small pieces of Pecans

Plus one whipped egg to brush the
roles before they go into the oven

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Directions:

Put the yeast in a bowl. In a pot, melt the butter + add milk.
Warm until it is “finger-warm”. (98 F or 37 C) Pour the mixture over
the yeast and stir until it is all dissolved.

Add Sugar, Salt, and almost all of the Flour. Work the dough until it
does not stick to the edges. Cover with a kitchen towel and let it
rest for 30 minutes.

Roll out the dough on a floured surface until desired
thickness. Spread the filling which is the room tempered butter combined
with sugar and cinnamon. Optional: small pieces of pecan.

Make a roll and cut into half-inch slices. Place on a baking sheet, and let
rest for 20 mins while you turn the oven to 425 F.

Bake them for about 8 minutes or until golden brown.