Smorgastarta Recipe

Name: Smorgastarta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 to 1/2 cup buttermilk; Juice of 2 limes; 2 avocados; 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded; 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives; 3 scallions (white and green parts), sliced; Kosher salt; 2 cups grated Cheddar; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 3 tablespoons chopped pimento; 1 pound deli ham, processed in food processor; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 6 bread and butter pickles, minced; 2 stalks celery, minced; 2 scallions (white and green parts), minced; 1 small red onion, minced; 1 pickled jalapeno, seeded and minced; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 3 pounds cubed cream cheese; 1/2 to 3/4 cup buttermilk; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; 1 clove garlic, grated on a rasp; 1 tablespoon grated onion; 1 pain de mie, crusts removed and sliced horizontally into 4 pieces; Toppings: sliced radishes, cucumber flowers, carrot flowers, sliced hard-boiled eggs, tomato flowers, parsley leaves, dill leaves, chives, etc.

Servings: persons

1/4 to 1/2 cup buttermilk
Juice of 2 limes
2 avocados
1 rotisserie chicken, shredded
4 slices cooked bacon, chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
3 scallions (white and green parts), sliced
Kosher salt
2 cups grated Cheddar
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons chopped pimento
1 pound deli ham, processed in food processor
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
6 bread and butter pickles, minced
2 stalks celery, minced
2 scallions (white and green parts), minced
1 small red onion, minced
1 pickled jalapeno, seeded and minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 pounds cubed cream cheese
1/2 to 3/4 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, grated on a rasp
1 tablespoon grated onion
1 pain de mie, crusts removed and sliced horizontally into 4 pieces
Toppings: sliced radishes, cucumber flowers, carrot flowers, sliced hard-boiled eggs, tomato flowers, parsley leaves, dill leaves, chives, etc.

1
For the avocado chicken layer: Add the buttermilk, lime juice and avocados to a bowl.
2
Mash the avocado until everything is combined.
3
Fold in the chicken, bacon, chives and scallions.
4
Season with salt and set aside.
5
For the pimento cheese layer: Add the Cheddar, mayonnaise and pimento to a bowl and stir to thoroughly combine.
6
Set aside.
7
For the ham salad layer: Add the ham, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, pickles, celery, scallions, onion, jalapeno and some salt and pepper to a bowl.
8
Stir to combine and set aside.
9
For the ranch frosting: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, or using an electric hand mixer, mix the cream cheese until the cubes have combined.
10
Add the buttermilk, white wine vinegar, garlic and grated onion and stir to combine.
11
To assemble: Add desired layers between each bread layer.
12
Spread a crumb coat of the ranch frosting to seal the cake, then add another layer of frosting to cover the cake.
13
Decorate as desired with various toppings.

3419

kcal

Calories

341

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 27 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 to 1/2 cup buttermilk, Juice of 2 limes, 2 avocados, 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded, and more.

Yes, Smorgastarta falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Smorgastarta

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