Vilja
Age: 28
I was born into the breathtaking landscapes of Norway, a world where the majestic fjords and the mesmerizing Northern Lights were the backdrop of my childhood. Nestled in a small village, surrounded by towering mountains and deep, tranquil waters, a sense of wonder and creativity was instilled in me from a very young age. My earliest and fondest memories are tied to the comforting scents of my grandmother's kitchen, where traditional Norwegian kaker (cakes) and søte bakverk (sweet pastries) were lovingly brought to life.
Inspired by my grandmother's incredible skill and the rich culinary heritage of my homeland, I set off on a journey to master the art of baking. My formative years were spent traversing Norway, absorbing everything from the vibrant markets of Oslo to the quaint cottages of Lofoten, soaking in ancient recipes and learning modern techniques. My passion for baking was never just about the flavors and textures; it was deeply rooted in the stories and traditions each recipe carried.
Vilja's Recipes
Pavlova
Snickers mousse cake
Crema Catalana
Rhubarb Creme Brulee
Chocolate Basque Cheesecake
Soft Caramels
Key Lime Pie
Arroz con Leche
Alfajores Marplatenses
Eggnog
Macarons with Chocolate Ganache
Pear Tart with Roasted Almond Flakes
Croissant
Hot Cross Buns
Coconut Macaroons
Citrus scones
Helmer's Apple Cake
Licorice cake
Homemade Marshmallows
Classic Bagels
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Lussekatter
Pumpkin Pie
Morell Squares (Sweet Cherry)
Juicy Strawberry Muffins
Pancakes with Blueberry Jam
Skoleboller
Churros
Pecan Pie
Crêpes Suzette
Strawberry Mochi
Dubai Chocolate
Rhubarb Soup
Italian Apple Cake
Polarbrød
Classic Christmas Cake
Pita Bread
Tsoureki
Torrijas
Brownie with a Twist
Citrus scones
Modern Nordic Clafoutis with Cloudberries and Cardamom
Vanilla Bean Tarte Tatin with Rosemary and Caramelized Pears
Lemon Tart
Clafoutis
Mango Cheesecake
Blueberry Muffins
Basic Pot Bread
Kvæfjordkake: World’s Best Cake
Vanilla Bean Tarte Tatin with Rosemary and Caramelized Pears
Doughnuts
Carrot Cake
Pumpkin Pie with Coconut
Lemon Crinkle Cookies
Pistachio cake
Rhubarb pie
Cinnamon rolls
Success cake
Carrot Jam with Ginger and Lime
No Bake Blackberry Cake
Pepperkaker (Gingerbread Cookies)
Mooncakes with honeyed pistachio filling
Apple Muffins
Japanese Soufflé Pancakes
Pear Pie
Pineapple Upside Down Cake