Our favourite sweet treats

Few things beat the scent of freshly baked goods straight from the oven. Norwegians crave sweet, sticky, and soft treats anytime and anywhere. It's comfort food at its best. Here are some of our favourites that you won't want to miss!

2. Bolle

An absolute classic, the Norwegian boller is a type of sweet bun. It may look plain, but don't judge a book by its cover, as this sweet dough is packed full of flavour. You'll also have no trouble finding one, as they can be bought at bakeries, supermarkets, corner shops, and even petrol stations.

5. Kanelsnurr, kanelbolle, kanelknute

If you fill the bolle dough with a healthy dose of sugar, cinnamon, and butter and give it a good twist, you'll end up with the beloved cinnamon buns known variously as kanelsnurr, kanelbolle, kanelknute, and skillingsbolle (in Bergen). The sugar makes them slightly crispy and caramelised on outside, while the inside is soft and fluffy.

7. Lefse

The thin and soft lefse is Norway's answer to the tortilla. This versatile wrap can be both savoury and sweet. If you haven't guessed it already, we also like to devour them with the classic sweet filling of sugar, butter, and cinnamon. You can also make a meal out of it by filling them with meat or salmon.

8. Bread

There is an everlasting love story between Norwegians and bread. We eat it pretty much every day and the topping options are endless. It's also perfect if you prefer healthier baked goods, as we love wholemeal bread loaded with ingredients such as seeds and nuts. There's little that can beat freshly baked bread with your favourite topping.