Apple Spiced Sweet Delicious Cardamom Bun Recipe | A Twist On Swedish Tradition
Let’s take a journey to a warm and cozy kitchen in Sweden where the sweet smell of spiced Cardamom Buns is drifting through the air. This classic Swedish recipe has been around for centuries, but today we’ll be giving it an upgrade; apple-spiced cardamom buns. These cardamom-sweetened super soft twisted buns filled with a warm and soft apple slice and topped with crunchy sugar are guaranteed to make your taste buds beg for more! I will guide you each step of the way in making this tasty treat, and when you’re done, there will be blissful sweetness engulfing you, and all those lucky enough to join you in eating these delicious spoils!
The history of Swedish cardamom buns is rooted in centuries-old traditions passed down from generation to generation. To this day, housewives all over Scandinavia continue to bake these delicious treats for special occasions and family gatherings. So if you’re ever feeling the urge for something sweet and comforting, why not try making one of these traditional Swedish delicacies with an apple spin? They truly embody the spirit of Swedish baking with their aromatic flavors and hearty ingredients. This is just one more example of how the foods we love can connect us to our cultures and traditions in such unique and meaningful ways.
Here’s Why You’ll Love This Recipe
It is a classic recipe with deep historical roots.
The flavor of the spices mixed with the tart apple is exceptionally delicious.
They make a great on-the-go treat for school or work lunches.
They are especially great served on special holidays, like Christmastime.
They are no less complicated to make than cinnamon rolls and are fun to twist around the apple rings.

Apple Spiced Sweet Delicious Cardamom Bun Recipe | A Twist On Swedish Tradition
Ingredients
Instructions
- Place the yeast, water, and 10g of sugar into the bowl of your stand mixer. Let it sit for ten minutes or until doubled in size.
- Add the melted butter, eggs, whole milk, and the rest of the sugar, followed by the flour.
- Using the dough hook, knead the dough for ten minutes on low-medium speed. The dough will become slightly sticky and stick to the sides of the bowl. This is normal.
- Oil your hands and scrape up the dough from the bowl. Slightly oil the sides and bottom of the bowl, put the dough back in, and let it rise covered for one hour.
- Keep the dough in the bowl and place it into to fridge to ferment slowly over the next 12 hours.
- After your dough has rested in the fridge for 12 hours, it is time to make the filling.
- Place the ingredients into a bowl, mix to a paste, and set aside.
- Peel, core, and slice your apples into 1/2-inch thick rings and place them in a bowl of cold water, so they don't brown.
- Put the milk and egg into a small bowl and mix well. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Place the dough onto a floured surface and roll it to a 24-inch by 14-inch rectangle.
- Spread all the fillings over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
- Take the shorter edge and fold it in half over the dough.
- Roll the dough out again, but this time to an 18-inch by 13-inch rectangle.
- Slice the dough into 26 13-inch long strips that are roughly 1/2-inch wide.
- Wrap two strips of dough around each apple ring like you would when making a pompom, and tuck in any loose ends. Try not to be too neat about this step, as these look great rustic.
- Place them on a baking sheet 2 inches apart, brush with the egg wash, and sprinkle on coarse sugar if desired.
- Bake in the oven for 20 minutes.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Flour Substitutions: I use European flour in my cooking and baking. I find it easier to work with; the flavor is better and easier on the stomach.
Butter: Salted European butter works best in this recipe. European butter melts slower, resulting in a better dough as these rolls bake.
Apples: You can use any favorite apple for this recipe. I prefer Granny Smith apples due to their delicious tartness that balances out the sweetness and spice in these rolls.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
587.11Carbs
92.82 gCholesterol
92.63 mgFat
20.79 gFiber
4.15 gNet carbs
88.66 gProtein
9.88 gSat. Fat
12.21 gSodium
177.93 mgSugar
47.31 gPlease note that the nutritional information on this website is calculated using online tools and may need to be more accurate. Use it as a rough guide only. We cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage caused by relying solely on this data. You are responsible for ensuring that any nutritional information you use is accurate and useful. For more information, click here.
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