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A Simple Norwegian Cinnamon Cake (Kanelkake)

A Simple Norwegian Cinnamon Cake (Kanelkake)

Treat your family and friends to this vegan Norwegian cinnamon cake (kanelkake) with chocolate-coffee frosting. Learn the charming story behind skuffekake—Norway’s beloved ‘drawer cakes,’ and discover why this one-pan wonder is a staple in Scandinavian homes. Perfect for casual coffee moments and festive gatherings.

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Cozy Winter Warmth: Creamy Vegan Celery Root & Parsnip Soup

Cozy Winter Warmth: Creamy Vegan Celery Root & Parsnip Soup

Turn a dreary winter day into a joyous, delicious occasion with this vegan creamy celery root & parsnip soup! This plant-based and dairy-free soup is restaurant-worthy with caramelized shallots providing a sweet and subtle foundation, while fresh chives add a delicate onion brightness.

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The Nordic Pretzel: Bestemors Aniskringler

The Nordic Pretzel: Bestemors Aniskringler

The kringle is a familiar Scandinavian pastry here in the U.S. among those familiar with Nordic cuisine.  Often referred to as the Nordic pretzel because of its similarity in shape, it’s said to have arrived in the 13th century with the Roman Catholic...

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Chocolate Cardamom Buns

Chocolate Cardamom Buns

Norwegian kaffimat refers to the light snacks or small bites typically served alongside coffee, especially during social gatherings or coffee breaks. These vegan chocolate cardamom buns are the perfect treat to serve and with my top five tips, you’ll bake the tastiest cardamom buns ever.

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Carrot Rundstykker (Gulrot Rundstykker)

Carrot Rundstykker (Gulrot Rundstykker)

Carrots are an unexpected yet delightful addition to savory baked goods like these vegan carrot rundstykker (the Norwegian word for savory breakfast buns or rolls). These whole grain, multi-seeded buns are fantastic to serve for breakfast or lunch, or as a side to your salads, soups, pasta dishes, and more.

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Trilogy of Scandinavian Breads Part 2: Kneippbrød

Trilogy of Scandinavian Breads Part 2: Kneippbrød

Kneippbrød is the most popular bread in Norway. This vegan Kneipp whole wheat bread recipe has been carefully tested and perfected. It uses whole wheat, rye, and all-purpose white flour, reflecting the authentic taste, distinctive crispy crust, and remarkable texture of loaves found in Norwegian bakeries.

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Whole Grain Pull-Apart Rolls (Halvgrovt Brytebrød)

Whole Grain Pull-Apart Rolls (Halvgrovt Brytebrød)

Norwegians love to bake, and it’s a craft they have mastered to perfection.   From cakes to cookies, pastries to breads, and everything in between, there is something extraordinarily special about baked goods from my home country.   Most creations...

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Trilogy of Scandinavian Breads Part 1: Rye Bread

Trilogy of Scandinavian Breads Part 1: Rye Bread

Scandinavians are known for being big bread lovers!    Besides our famous open-face sandwiches, our breakfasts and evening snacks often consist of hearty breads topped with a variety of meats, cheeses, jams, and vegetables. What distinguishes breads...

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Arctic Indulgences: 9 Vegan Norwegian Dessert Recipes

Arctic Indulgences: 9 Vegan Norwegian Dessert Recipes

Norwegian desserts are often fuss-free but full of flavor. In this post, I’m sharing some of the most well-known desserts from my homeland with you. Some are modern, others are classic, but all of these vegan Norwegian dessert recipes represent our cuisine and the familiarity of Norwegian sweet endings. Enjoy!

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Raspberry Cake (Bringebærkake)

Raspberry Cake (Bringebærkake)

This bringebærkake (vegan raspberry cake) uses fresh raspberries to provide a welcome contrast to the sweeter cake and raspberry & lemon glaze. A touch of cardamom and vanilla adds a depth of flavor and when finished with a sprinkling of toasted almond slivers this vegan raspberry cake is the perfect afternoon treat!

read more

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Food  |  Drinks  | Culture & History  | Travel

A Simple Norwegian Cinnamon Cake (Kanelkake)

A Simple Norwegian Cinnamon Cake (Kanelkake)

Treat your family and friends to this vegan Norwegian cinnamon cake (kanelkake) with chocolate-coffee frosting. Learn the charming story behind skuffekake—Norway’s beloved ‘drawer cakes,’ and discover why this one-pan wonder is a staple in Scandinavian homes. Perfect for casual coffee moments and festive gatherings.

read more
Cozy Winter Warmth: Creamy Vegan Celery Root & Parsnip Soup

Cozy Winter Warmth: Creamy Vegan Celery Root & Parsnip Soup

Turn a dreary winter day into a joyous, delicious occasion with this vegan creamy celery root & parsnip soup! This plant-based and dairy-free soup is restaurant-worthy with caramelized shallots providing a sweet and subtle foundation, while fresh chives add a delicate onion brightness.

read more
Trilogy of Scandinavian Breads Part 2: Kneippbrød

Trilogy of Scandinavian Breads Part 2: Kneippbrød

Kneippbrød is the most popular bread in Norway. This vegan Kneipp whole wheat bread recipe has been carefully tested and perfected. It uses whole wheat, rye, and all-purpose white flour, reflecting the authentic taste, distinctive crispy crust, and remarkable texture of loaves found in Norwegian bakeries.

read more
Trilogy of Scandinavian Breads Part 1: Rye Bread

Trilogy of Scandinavian Breads Part 1: Rye Bread

Scandinavians are known for being big bread lovers!    Besides our famous open-face sandwiches, our breakfasts and evening snacks often consist of hearty breads topped with a variety of meats, cheeses, jams, and vegetables. What distinguishes breads...

read more
The Nordic Pretzel: Bestemors Aniskringler

The Nordic Pretzel: Bestemors Aniskringler

The kringle is a familiar Scandinavian pastry here in the U.S. among those familiar with Nordic cuisine.  Often referred to as the Nordic pretzel because of its similarity in shape, it’s said to have arrived in the 13th century with the Roman Catholic...

read more
Whole Grain Pull-Apart Rolls (Halvgrovt Brytebrød)

Whole Grain Pull-Apart Rolls (Halvgrovt Brytebrød)

Norwegians love to bake, and it’s a craft they have mastered to perfection.   From cakes to cookies, pastries to breads, and everything in between, there is something extraordinarily special about baked goods from my home country.   Most creations...

read more
Arctic Indulgences: 9 Vegan Norwegian Dessert Recipes

Arctic Indulgences: 9 Vegan Norwegian Dessert Recipes

Norwegian desserts are often fuss-free but full of flavor. In this post, I’m sharing some of the most well-known desserts from my homeland with you. Some are modern, others are classic, but all of these vegan Norwegian dessert recipes represent our cuisine and the familiarity of Norwegian sweet endings. Enjoy!

read more
Chocolate Cardamom Buns

Chocolate Cardamom Buns

Norwegian kaffimat refers to the light snacks or small bites typically served alongside coffee, especially during social gatherings or coffee breaks. These vegan chocolate cardamom buns are the perfect treat to serve and with my top five tips, you’ll bake the tastiest cardamom buns ever.

read more
Raspberry Cake (Bringebærkake)

Raspberry Cake (Bringebærkake)

This bringebærkake (vegan raspberry cake) uses fresh raspberries to provide a welcome contrast to the sweeter cake and raspberry & lemon glaze. A touch of cardamom and vanilla adds a depth of flavor and when finished with a sprinkling of toasted almond slivers this vegan raspberry cake is the perfect afternoon treat!

read more

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