Norwegian Fruit Soup
Søtsuppe
A sweet and comforting soup made from a variety of dried fruits, often spiced with cinnamon and citrus. Traditionally served during holidays and special occasions, it can be enjoyed warm or cold as a dessert, breakfast, or snack.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1.5 quarts Water
- 0.5 lb Dried prunes(pitted)
- 0.5 lb Dried apricots
- 0.5 lb Raisins(seedless)
- 0.25 cup Minute tapioca
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 0.33 cup Sugar(or honey, to taste)
- 1 whole Cinnamon stick
- 1 tbsp Orange peel(thinly sliced)
- 1 tbsp Lemon peel(thinly sliced)
- 1 pinch Salt
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large pot, combine the water, prunes, apricots, and raisins. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the fruits are tender.
💡 Tip: Soaking the dried fruits overnight can reduce cooking time and help them retain their shape better. - 2
Add the minute tapioca, orange juice, sugar (or honey), cinnamon stick, orange peel, lemon peel, and salt to the pot.
- 3
Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, for another 15 minutes, or until the tapioca is translucent and the soup has thickened slightly.
💡 Tip: The soup will thicken further as it cools. - 4
Remove the cinnamon stick, orange peel, and lemon peel before serving.
- 5
Serve the fruit soup warm or chilled.
💡 Tip: It can be served as is, or with a dollop of whipped cream or a side of Norwegian waffles.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Feel free to experiment with other dried fruits like cranberries, figs, or dried apples.
- ✓Adjust the sweetness to your preference by adding more or less sugar/honey.
- ✓For a richer flavor, a splash of brandy or rum can be added towards the end of cooking.
- ✓This soup freezes well, making it a great make-ahead dish.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a handful of fresh or frozen berries (like blueberries or raspberries) during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- Incorporate a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with a little water if a thicker consistency is desired.
- For a more tart flavor, use a mix of orange and lemon juice.