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    Home » Recipes » Soups and Stew Recipes

    Swedish Fruit Soup (Fruktsoppa)

    Published: Nov 4, 2023 by Kristi · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Swedish Fruit Soup (Fruktsoppa) is a nourishing and comforting combination of simmered mixed dried fruit, warm spices such as cinnamon and a splash of fruit juice. It is often served cold, especially in the summer months, but it can also be served warm or at room temperature.

    Swedish Fruit Soup makes for a delicious and unique first course, dessert or breakfast dish, especially with a dollop of whipped cream or yogurt on top. Fortunately, fruktsoppa comes together in a snap and can be made entirely ahead of time.

    Overhead view of 4 servings of Swedish Fruit Soup with dried fruit, cinnamon sticks and a spoon.

    Fruit based soups are very popular in the Scandinavian region. While this one calls for dried fruit, other fruit soups are made with fresh fruits such as rhubarb, apples or blueberries. Check out my recipe for Swedish Blueberry Soup (Blåbärsoppa) for a fresh fruit variation!

    Why This Recipe Works

    • This recipe for Swedish fruit soup calls for a mix of dried fruits and golden raisins which makes it an excellent dish for winter when fresh fruit is hard to come by.
    • Fruktsoppa is better when it is made ahead of time so that it has time to chill and allow the flavors to blend.
    • While fruit soup is indeed sweet and satisfying, it is also a wholesome and nourishing as it is chock full of fiber and nutrients thanks to all of the dried fruit.

    Ingredients

    Labeled ingredients for Swedish Fruit Soup.
    • One pound of mixed dried fruit creates the base of this recipe. I purchase mine as a mix, but you can also create your own mix of dried prunes, apricots, apples, peaches and/or instead.
    • Simple granulated sugar sweetens the soup.
    • Cinnamon sticks provide the cozy warm spice notes here. You could also add cardamom and/or nutmeg if you like.
    • Minute tapioca acts as a thickener in this recipe giving the soup a pleasant consistency.
    • A pinch of salt balances out the sweetness and rounds out the flavors.
    • Finally, grape juice finishes the soup with a fruity sweetness. I used white grape juice here but dark grape juice works just as well.

    How to Make This Recipe

    • Start by cutting your dried fruit into bite sized pieces. Transfer the fruit to a large pot or dutch oven along with the raisins, 2 quarts of water and 2 cinnamon sticks. Bring the mixture to a boil and reduce to simmer. Continue simmering, uncovered, until the fruit is tender, about 45 minutes.
    Close up of cut up dried fruits.
    Ingredients for Swedish Fruit Soup in a pot prior to cooking.
    • Add the sugar, 2 cups of water and tapioca. Bring the mixture back to a boil and continue to cook for 3- 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
    • Remove from the heat and add the fruit juice. Cool to room temperature, cover and transfer to the refrigerator to chill completely.
    Swedish Fruit Soup in a gray pot with a wooden spoon.

    Expert Tips

    • Be sure to keep the soup at a rolling boil for at least 3 minutes once you add the sugar and tapioca. This ensures that the sugar has a chance to dissolve and that the tapioca is fully cooked.
    Swedish Fruit Soup topped with whipped cream.

    FAQs

    How do I store Swedish Fruit Soup?

    Fruktsoppa is best stored in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

    Yes! In fact, Swedish Fruit Soup is actually better when it is made ahead of time and has a chance to chill completely and for all of the flavors to really blend together. See the FAQ above for instructions on storing Fruktsoppa.

    How can I vary this recipe?

    Switch up the types or amounts of dried fruit. Try other warm spices in addition to the cinnamon such as nutmeg, star anise or cardamom.

    What should I serve with Swedish Fruit Soup?

    It can really be served chilled and plain at its most basic. You can also add a dollop of whipped cream or yogurt if you are serving it for breakfast. Swedish Ginger Cookies (Pepparkakor) would be delicious to serve alongside!

    Spoonful of Swedish Fruit Soup.

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    Recipe

    Swedish Fruit Soup topped with whipped cream.

    Swedish Fruit Soup (Fruktsoppa)

    A delicious combination of simmered, tender dried fruit flavored with cinnamon.
    5 from 2 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Breakfast, breakfast and brunch, Dessert
    Cuisine: Nordic, Scandinavian, Swedish
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 384kcal
    Author: Kristi

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound dried mixed fruit either from a bag of mixed dried fruit or your own combination
    • 1 cup golden raisins
    • 2 quarts cold water + 2 cups water divided
    • pinch of salt
    • 2 cinnamon sticks
    • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
    • ⅓ cup minute tapioca
    • 1 cup white grape juice (white or dark is fine)

    Instructions

    • Cut the dried fruit into bite size pieces. Bring the dried fruit, raisins, 2 quarts water, salt and cinnamon sticks to a boil for high heat. Reduce to a simmer and cook, uncovered, until the mixture is thick and the fruit is tender, about 45 minutes. Add the sugar, 2 cups water and tapioca. Bring the mixture back to a boil and let it cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the soup thickens.
    • Remove from the heat and add the grape juice. Chill and serve.

    Notes

    Swedish Fruit Soup can be made ahead of time and stored in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days prior to serving.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 384kcal | Carbohydrates: 99g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 558mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 80g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 114mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Seth

      November 22, 2024 at 7:02 pm

      In the 60s and 70s my grandma used orange juice or a sliced orange (no grape juice).

      Reply
      • Kristi

        November 26, 2024 at 11:41 am

        That sounds delicious!

        Reply
    2. Dennis

      January 09, 2024 at 11:37 am

      Is the grape juice necessary? What change in flavor is created when using compared versus not using?

      Reply
      • Kristi

        January 14, 2024 at 5:47 pm

        Hi Dennis,
        Most of the recipes I found in my research, including my family's recipe, include grape juice. That said, I don't think it's necessary. It adds a bit more liquid to the mix (which could also be achieved by adding a bit of water) and more importantly it does bring a bit of acidity which is nice. The soup certainly has plenty of sugar so the added sweetness isn't as important. I hope this helps!
        Kristi

        Reply
    3. Katie

      December 26, 2023 at 12:24 pm

      5 stars
      I made 2 variations, one with and one without grape juice, they're both wonderful! Thanks for sharing the recipe!

      Reply
      • Kristi

        January 02, 2024 at 9:06 am

        Hi Katie,
        So glad you enjoyed it!
        Kristi

        Reply
    4. Kristi

      December 08, 2023 at 5:29 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious and wholesome!

      Reply
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