Nordic Lingonberry Quark Pie

Published: 8/3/2026

Ingredients (8 servings)

• 1 9-inch shortcrust pie crust (pre-baked or store-bought)
• 1.5 cups (210 g) lingonberries (fresh or frozen; may substitute cranberries)
• 1 cup (250 g) vanilla quark or Greek yogurt
• 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) vanilla extract (if using Greek yogurt)
• 1 large egg
• 1/3 cup (65 g) granulated sugar

Instructions

1. Spread the lingonberries (or cranberries) in an even layer across the bottom of the pie crust.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the quark (or Greek yogurt), egg, and sugar. If using Greek yogurt instead of vanilla quark, add the vanilla extract.
3. Pour the mixture over the berries. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggles in the center.
4. Allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating. Serve chilled.

Pro Tips

• Berry Substitute: Cranberries are the closest US substitute for lingonberries — they share the same tart profile that balances the sweet custard.

See Also

• Authentic Swedish Cardamom Buns (Nordic Baking Made Easy)
• Classic Baked Lemon Cheesecake
• Classic Finnish Mocha Brownies (Mokkapalat)

Categories: desserts, baking