Name: Swedish Cream with Berries Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 4 h 15 min
Cuisine: Swedish
Ingredients: ⅓ cup water; ¾ cup granulated sugar; 1 ¼ teaspoon unflavored gelatin (1 packet); 16 ounces sour cream; 1 ¼ cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract (or vanilla paste); Berries; Fresh mint

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Introduction

Swedish Cream with Berries is a delicate and creamy dessert that combines the richness of sour cream and heavy cream with a touch of vanilla. Lightly sweetened and set with gelatin, this treat is perfect for a refreshing finish to any meal.

Three clear glasses each have one layer of smooth white panna cotta filling most of the inside, topped with fresh red raspberries, dark blue blueberries, and a small green mint leaf. The glasses sit on a white marbled surface with two golden spoons shaped like flowers nearby and small white bowls filled with raspberries and blueberries in the background. A striped cloth with green mint leaves is placed beside one glass, adding a fresh touch. The overall look is clean, fresh, and bright. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

⅓ cup water
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 ¼ teaspoon unflavored gelatin (1 packet)
16 ounces sour cream
1 ¼ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon vanilla extract (or vanilla paste)
Berries (for garnish, optional)
Fresh mint (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine the water, sugar, and gelatin. Stir until mixed and let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to hydrate the gelatin.
Step 2: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat immediately.
Step 3: Whisk in the sour cream until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
Step 4: Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, stirring gently to combine everything evenly.
Step 5: Pour the mixture into your preferred dish or individual serving cups. This recipe yields 32 ounces, which can be divided as desired.
Step 6: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the cream is fully set.
Step 7: Before serving, garnish with fresh berries and mint leaves if you like for a burst of color and freshness.

Tips & Variations

For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with whipped cream folded in after cooling slightly.
You can use any mixed berries such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries to complement the cream.
If you don’t have vanilla extract, try a teaspoon of almond extract for a subtle nutty flavor.

Storage

Store Swedish Cream in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It’s best eaten chilled and should be gently stirred if it separates slightly. Avoid freezing as gelatin desserts can lose their texture when thawed.

How to Serve

Three clear glass cups each hold a smooth white yogurt layer topped with three red raspberries, three dark blue blueberries, and a small green mint leaf arranged neatly on top. One cup in the center has a golden spoon scooping into the yogurt, showing a soft, creamy texture inside. Around the cups are small white bowls filled with raspberries and blueberries, placed on a white marbled surface with a striped cloth near the top left. The image has a clean and fresh look with vibrant fruit colors against the plain yogurt and white background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this dessert vegan or dairy-free?

This recipe relies on sour cream and heavy cream, so to make it vegan or dairy-free, you would need to use plant-based alternatives and a suitable vegan gelatin substitute like agar-agar. The texture and taste will be slightly different.

How do I know when the cream is fully set?

The dessert will be firm to the touch and hold its shape when set. Typically, chilling for at least 4 hours is enough, but leaving it overnight ensures it is fully set and ready to serve.