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It's Swedish Waffle Day today! So let's bake some Waffles together! In today’s episode of Flour & Fika, we’re celebrating one of Sweden’s coziest traditions — Våffeldagen, or Waffle Day 🧇
But this isn’t just about waffles. It’s about culture, history, and how something as simple as a mispronounced wo
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In today’s episode of Flour & Fika, we’re celebrating one of Sweden’s coziest traditions — Våffeldagen, or Waffle Day 🧇
But this isn’t just about waffles. It’s about culture, history, and how something as simple as a mispronounced word turned into a nationwide tradition.
I’m sharing the story behind Swedish waffles, what makes them so different from the ones you might be used to… and of course, my go-to waffle recipe plus a super simple homemade strawberry jam.
So grab a coffee, get cozy, and let’s bring a little Scandinavian fika into your kitchen 🤍
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🧇 EPISODE OVERVIEW
In this episode, we cover:
What Våffeldagen is and why it’s celebrated in SwedenThe surprising origin linked to the AnnunciationHow Swedish waffles differ from American wafflesWhy the waffle iron (and heart shape!) mattersThe role of waffles in Scandinavian fika cultureA classic Swedish waffle recipe (converted for global listeners)A quick and easy homemade strawberry jam---
🧇 CLASSIC SWEDISH WAFFLES (RECIPE)
Ingredients:
120 g flour2 tsp baking powderPinch of salt400 ml milk100 g melted butterMix flour, baking powder, and saltAdd half the milk and whisk until smoothAdd remaining milk and mix wellStir in melted butterLet the batter rest for 10 minutesCook in a waffle iron until golden---
🍓 SIMPLE STRAWBERRY JAM
Ingredients:
250 g strawberries30–40 g sugar1–2 tbsp waterChop strawberriesAdd all ingredients to a panSimmer for 10–15 minutesMash slightlyLet cool before serving---
🧁 SERVING SUGGESTION
Serve warm waffles with:
Fresh whipped creamStrawberry jamFresh berries(And yes — skip the syrup 😉)
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🎧 LISTEN & FOLLOW
Available on:
SpotifyApple PodcastsAnd wherever you listenIf you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to follow, share, and tag @bakedbyammna on Instagram , if you try the recipe 🤍
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Swedish waffles, Våffeldagen, Scandinavian baking, waffle recipe, fika culture, strawberry jam recipe, Nordic desserts, cozy baking podcast
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Releasedatum: 25-3-2026 11:42:25
