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Easy Delicious Savory Sandwich Cake (Swedish Smorgastarta)

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Finnish Sandwich Cake

Cultural Context

Originating in Sweden, the Finnish Sandwich Cake, or Smörgåstårta, has become a popular celebratory dish in Finland. Traditionally served at special occasions like birthdays and holidays, this layered cake showcases a variety of savory fillings between slices of bread, making it a visually stunning centerpiece. Today, variations abound, reflecting local tastes and available ingredients, and it has found fans beyond Scandinavia, celebrated for its versatility and flavor.

FinnishFImain
90 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
12 slices bread
8 oz cream cheese
8 oz smoked salmon
4 hard-boiled eggs

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

smoked salmon

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Grilled chicken provides a leaner option, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt lowers calories and adds protein, while ricotta is often less expensive.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while chickpeas are economical and nutritious.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces fat while maintaining creaminess, and plain yogurt is often cheaper.

1

Cut bread into slices.

2

Make egg salad.

3

Assemble cake by layering bread, cream cheese, and smoked salmon.

4

Decorate cake as desired.

Cooking Techniques

mixingspreadinglayeringgarnishing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlspatulaknifecutting boardserving platter

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairyfishshellfishgluten

Also Known As

SmörgåstårtaSandwich Torte

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