Västerbotten cheese pie: how to serve it with shellfish
October 27, 2026 – Fiskskaldjur
Västerbottensost pie (västerbottenpaj) is a Swedish classic: a rich, creamy savoury tart made with aged Västerbotten cheese. It is a favourite on the Swedish buffet and the perfect companion to cooked shellfish. Our Västerbotten cheese pie is made by us, using the same recipe for over 30 years.
What makes it special
- Made with Västerbotten cheese, a strong, grainy, aged Swedish hard cheese.
- Baked a little taller than a standard pie, which gives a creamier centre.
- Ingredients: flour, butter, eggs, cream, Västerbotten cheese and a spice mix.
How to heat it
Warm the pie for about 15 minutes at 150 °C so it is heated through but stays soft and creamy. Keep it in the fridge at 0–2 °C until then; the storage time stated on the product page is 10 days.
What to serve with it
- Cooked shellfish: a plate of cooked shrimps with lemon and mayonnaise.
- Shrimp salad: a spoonful of classic skagenröra next to a warm slice.
- Roe sauce: the classic sauce for the pie, see our sauces and sides.
- Something fresh: a simple green salad and a glass of dry white wine or sparkling wine.
Plan it into your menu
The pie works as a starter, as part of a buffet or alongside a seafood platter. Order by Monday 22:00 for Friday delivery or pickup in Zollikon and Morges, see delivery.
Allergens: contains gluten (wheat), eggs and milk. Check the product page for the full ingredient and nutrition information.
