marjatäytteet
Marjatäytteet, literally “fruit fillings” in Finnish, refer to sweet paste or jam made from various fruits, used primarily as a filling in bakery products. The fillings are usually prepared by cooking fruit with sugar, sometimes adding lemon juice or pectin to achieve a thick, spreadable consistency. Common fruits used include strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, peaches, plums, apricots and apples, each providing distinct flavors and colors. In Finland and other Nordic countries, marjatäytteet frequently accompany pastry items such as pulla (sweet bread), pull-cookies, and a variety of filled pastries.
The fillings can be sold ready‑made in jars or prepared on demand in bakeries. When used in
Historically, marjatäytteet played an important role in Finnish baking, especially during holidays such as Christmas and