Swedish fruit soup (Swedish: fruktsoppa,[1][2] Swedish: blandad fruktsoppa (mixed fruit soup)[3]) is a fruit soup that is typically prepared using dried fruits, and usually served as a dessert dish.[2][4][5][6][7][8] The dish has been described as a "cold fruit pudding."[9] It is a traditional dessert in Sweden and Norway.[8] Historically, during the winter months in Scandinavian countries, fresh fruit was generally unavailable, so people used dried fruits for the preparation of various dishes, including Swedish fruit soup.[4] The soup may be served hot or cold.[2]