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    Home » Nordic/Scandinavian Recipes » Recipe Round Ups

    20 Scandinavian Brunch Recipes Perfect for Spring

    Published: Apr 14, 2025 by Kristi · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Spring is the perfect time to gather for a relaxed and refreshing brunch, and what better way to celebrate the season than with a Nordic-inspired spread? Scandinavian cuisine embraces simple, seasonal ingredients and cozy traditions — just right for a spring gathering, whether it’s Easter morning, Mother’s Day, or a casual Sunday with friends.

    Swedish Cheese Pie (Västerbottenpaj) on a plate with salad and a fork.

    From savory egg dishes and elegant mains to sweet buns and spring-forward salads, these 20 recipes will help you create a delicious and memorable brunch, Nordic-style.

    🍳 Eggs and Mains

    Danish Egg Cake with Potatoes, Bacon and Chives (Æggekage)
    A quick and easy Scandinavian style omelet with potatoes, bacon and chives.  A perfect meal for any time of day!
    Danish Egg Cake (Æggekage) Recipe
    Danish egg cake in a pan sitting on a kitchen towel
    Swedish Cheese Pie (Västerbottenpaj)
    A delicious quiche-like dish featuring a tender, all butter crust and a rich filling of eggs, cream, milk and cheese.
    Swedish Cheese Pie Recipe
    Close up of Swedish Cheese Pie (Västerbottenpaj) with a salad and fork.
    Creamy Deviled Eggs with Dill
    These Creamy Deviled Eggs with Dill are smooth, tangy, and packed with fresh dill.
    Creamy Deviled Eggs with Dill Recipe
    Featured image for Deviled Eggs with Dill.
    Traditional Swedish Pancakes (Pannkakor)
    Serve with Simple and Sweet Roasted Strawberries (recipe follows) or fresh berries for a refreshing spring vibe!
    Traditional Swedish Pancakes Recipe
    Close up of 3 Swedish pancakes on a plate topped with lingonberries.
    Easy Cardamom French Toast
    A deliciously simple recipe for foolproof French toast flavored with comforting cardamom, cinnamon and vanilla.
    Cardamom French Toast Recipe
    Featured image for Cardamom French Toast.
    Norwegian Waffles (Hjertevafler)
    Buttery heart shaped waffles flavored with cardamom and vanilla.  Perfect with whipped cream and fresh berries!
    Norwegian Waffle Recipe
    Waffle topped with Whipped Cream and Roasted Strawberries next to a fork.
    Scandinavian-Style Chocolate Waffles
    Scandinavian-style chocolate waffles made with cocoa, sour cream, and mini chocolate chips. A rich and heart-shaped twist on classic chocolate waffles!
    Chocolate Waffle Recipe
    Featured image for Scandinavian-Style Chocolate Waffles.
    Homemade Gravlax (Easy Cured Salmon Recipe)
    Silky smooth in texture and perfectly flavored with aquavit, dill and white pepper, this traditional gravlax is delicious and surprisingly easy to make at home.
    Homemade Gravlax Recipe
    Close up of gravlax on a white platter with dill and lemons.
    Homemade Granola and Yogurt Parfaits
    This yogurt parfait recipe makes a beautiful and simple breakfast….layers of creamy yogurt, crunchy granola and saucy roasted strawberries topped with fresh strawberries and a drizzle of honey. It's a healthy, easy and downright gorgeous way to start the day!
    Homemade Granola and Yogurt Parfaits Recipe
    Close up of a Homemade Granola and Yogurt Parfait.

    🥣 Bakes and Breads

    Swedish Cinnamon Buns (Kanelbullar)
    Traditional Swedish Cinnamon Buns (Kanelbullar) made with a sweet, buttery cardamom dough and a brown sugar cinnamon filling. Golden brown on the outside and soft and tender on the inside, they are cinnamon bun perfection!
    Swedish Cinnamon Buns Recipe
    Close up view of a Swedish Cinnamon Bun (Kanelbullar).
    Traditional Swedish Cardamom Buns (Kardemummabullar)
    These traditional Swedish cardamom buns are soft, tender and bursting with cardamom flavor. They are also surprisingly easy to make at home!
    Swedish Cardamom Buns Recipe
    Close up of cardamom bun.
    Easy Overnight Danish Rye Bread (Rugbrød)
    This moist and hearty bread is delicious with everything! Consider serving it with a bowl of Egg Salad with Dill and Capers (recipe follows) along side.
    Easy Overnight Danish Rye Bread Recipe
    Featured image for Easy Overnight Danish Rye Bread (Rugbrød).
    Strawberry Rhubarb Barley Scones
    A tender, delicate scone with a layer of strawberry rhubarb compote in the center.
    Strawberry Rhubarb Scones Recipe
    Strawberry rhubarb scones on a cooling rack
    Brown Sugar Cardamom Scones
    These warm, buttery Brown Sugar Cardamom Scones are are infused with the exotic flavor of cardamom and the rich sweetness of brown sugar, creating a perfect balance of indulgence and comfort. This easy recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy afternoon treat.
    Brown Sugar Cardamom Scone Recipe
    Brown Sugar Cardamom Scones on a white plate next to cardamom pods.
    Finnish Strawberry Almond Tart
    An easy summer tart filled with vanilla scented strawberries and surrounded by tender almond dough and sliced almonds.
    Finnish Strawberry Almond Tart Recipe
    A slice of strawberry almond tart on a plate with a fork, napkin and cup of coffee

    🥗 Sides and Extras

    Simple and Sweet Roasted Strawberries
    Intensely-flavored, sweet and saucy strawberries that have been roasted in the oven.
    Roasted Strawberries Recipe
    Jar of Roasted Strawberries next to fresh strawberries and a spoon.
    Traditional Mustard Dill Sauce for Gravlax (Gravlaxsås)
    A zesty traditional accompaniment to cured salmon (gravlax).
    Mustard Dill Sauce Recipe
    Close up of gravlax on rye bread topped with a lemon wedge and fresh dill.
    Whipped Vanilla Skyr Cream
    A luxurious alternative to whipped cream made with skyr (Icelandic yogurt), cream, sugar and vanilla. The perfect topping for just about anything!
    Whipped Vanilla Skyr Cream Recipe
    Whipped Vanilla Cream Skyr in a bowl next to strawberries.
    Buttery Swedish Dill Potatoes (Färskpotatis med Dill)
    These buttery, herby Swedish Dill Potatoes are the ideal compliment to any meal. This traditional dish has a rich culinary heritage in Sweden. Known as "nypotatis" or "färskpotatis med dill" in Swedish, Dill Potatoes are a staple on the Midsummer menu, enjoyed alongside foods like pickled herring, gravlax (cured salmon) and crispbread.
    Swedish Dill Potatoes Recipe
    Close up of Swedish Dill Potatoes.
    Vegetarian Jansson's Temptation (Creamy Swedish Potato Casserole)
    This Vegetarian Jansson’s Temptation is a delicious Scandinavian potato casserole made with potatoes, onions, mushrooms and topped with crispy breadcrumbs and briny capers.
    Jansson's Temptation Recipe
    Spoonful of Vegetarian Jansson's Temptation being lifted out of a baking dish.
    Barley Salad with Asparagus, Red Pepper and Spinach
    A delicious and hearty spring salad with sautéed asparagus, red pepper, spinach and pearl barley
    Barley Salad Recipe
    Spinach, asparagus and red pepper salad on a plate.
    Creamy Egg Salad with Dill and Capers
    A deliciously simple recipe for perfect egg salad featuring capers and dill.
    Egg Salad with Dill and Capers Recipe
    Egg salad in a bowl with a spoon next to crackers and dill sprigs.
    Swedish 75 (Lingonberry Cocktail)
    A refreshing Scandinavian take on the French 75 cocktail with sparkling wine, gin, lingonberry preserves and fresh lemon juice.
    Swedish 75 Recipe
    Champagne glass filled with Swedish 75 cocktail next to lingonberries.

    Sample Menus for Your Nordic Spring Brunch

    🌿 Cozy Weekend Brunch

    • Norwegian Waffles or Cardamom French Toast
    • Whipped Vanilla Skyr Cream
    • Fresh berries or Roasted Strawberries
    • Bacon or breakfast sausage

    🌸 Elegant Easter or Mother’s Day Spread

    • Homemade Gravlax with Mustard Dill Sauce
    • Swedish Cheese Pie
    • Swedish Dill Potatoes
    • Finnish Strawberry Almond Tart

    ☀️ Light + Fresh Outdoor Brunch

    • Homemade Granola and Yogurt Parfaits
    • Barley Salad with Asparagus, Red Pepper and Spinach
    • Creamy Deviled Eggs with Dill
    • Brown Sugar Cardamom Scones

    I hope this collection inspires your next springtime gathering! Whether you're setting a full table or simply adding a new recipe to your weekend routine, these Nordic-inspired brunch ideas are fresh, cozy, and perfect for the season.

    If you tried any of these Scandinavian brunch recipes or any other recipe on my website, please leave a 🌟 star rating and let me know how it goes in the comments below. I love hearing from you!

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