The “Schwedenbombe“ Turns 100: from a Viennese Invention to a Classic

Exactly a century ago, in 1926, the Schwedenbombe (literal translation: Sweden bomb) was born in Austria. Behind this creation was Viennese confectioner Walter Niemetz, who, together with his wife Johanna, developed a sweet treat made of whipped egg whites and sugar on a crisp wafer—all enrobed in chocolate. The inspiration came with the help of a Swedish friend, whose contribution is still honored today in the name “Schwedenbombe.”