SWEDISH FLOP

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Swedish flop was one of my Gramma Esther's favorites. Found mainly in the Chicago area, this combination of fluffy yeasted cake and buttercream is, like Esther herself, a showstopper. -Shauna Sever, Oak Park, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
2/3 cup warm whole milk (110° to 115°)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
STREUSEL:
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
ERMINE FROSTING:
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole milk
1 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup rhubarb or raspberry jam
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine yeast and milk; let stand 5 minutes. Whisk in butter, sugar, eggs, zest and vanilla. With the paddle attachment, beat in flour and salt until shiny, 3-4 minutes (batter will be very loose and sticky). Place in a greased bowl; lightly sprinkle surface with additional flour. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Lightly grease a 13x9-in. baking pan; line pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides. Transfer dough to prepared pan; cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. , Preheat oven to 350°. Meanwhile, for streusel, in a bowl, combine flour, brown sugar and salt. Add butter and rub together until coarse crumbs form; refrigerate while dough rises. , Sprinkle streusel evenly over dough. Bake on the center rack until edges start to brown, about 30 minutes. Cool in pan on a wire rack. , For frosting, whisk flour, milk, sugar, and salt in a large saucepan. Cook, whisking constantly, over medium heat until mixture thickens, about 1 minute. Remove and let cool completely. Whisk butter and extracts on high speed until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add cooled flour mixture; beat until fluffy and mousselike, about 5 minutes. , Remove cake from pan. Using a serrated knife, cut 1/4 in. off outside edges; slice cake horizontally into 2 layers. Spread frosting evenly over bottom layer; top with jam. Replace top of cake; dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510 calories, Fat 26g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 173mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SA Tech24
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This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt next time.


Malakhi Deez
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I'm not sure why this recipe is called Swedish flop. It's a delicious and impressive dish!


Kesha Carter
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This dish is so flavorful and delicious. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


mohaed fathy
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I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights when I don't have a lot of time to cook.


Malaya Matic
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


De'Marion Muex
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my dish didn't turn out as pictured. I'm going to try it again and see if I can figure it out.


Ssendawula Rosco
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This dish is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are complex and delicious, and the presentation is beautiful.


Randy Boateng
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I've never made Swedish flop before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out great, and I'll definitely be making it again.


Opponig ramzey
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I'll use less chili next time.


Rajkumar Ray
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this dish. The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious.


Hehehs Kgktbaaiakdd
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This dish is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the crispy wonton wrappers and the flavorful filling.


Asaraf rain
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. It's a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables.


Shay Warnell
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This recipe is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Its__Badnaam__Sayar
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my dish didn't turn out as pictured. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Micheal Smart
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning.


Hafiz Muhammad Ahmad Raza
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I'm not a huge fan of fish, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was flavorful and complemented the fish perfectly.


Husan Abas
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The flavors are complex and delicious, and the presentation is beautiful.


Bear McGregor
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


Md Motiur
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This recipe was an absolute hit at my last dinner party! The flavors were incredible, and the presentation was stunning. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a show-stopping dish.