Norwegian Baked

Norwegian Baked is an artisanal bakery specializing in handcrafted organic Norwegian crispbread (knekkebrød) and traditional Norwegian Christmas cookies (julekaker). Founded in 2016 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company uses traditional family recipes passed down through generations to create wheat-free, vegan-friendly crispbreads made with organic ingredients including nutrient-rich seeds such as sunflower, pumpkin, sesame, and flax, combined with rye flour, oats, and oat bran. The company's flagship product, knekkebrød, offers a crispy, fibrous texture with a savory nutty taste while maintaining a clean, short ingredients list and being nut-free. Norwegian Baked has expanded their product line to include seasonal offerings such as Serinakaker (Norwegian butter cookies), Pepperkaker (Norwegian gingerbread cookies), and Smørkranser (butter wreath cookies), all made from organic ingredients inspired by the founder's grandmother's beloved recipes from Norway. The company has also developed innovative collaborations, including a plant-based cheese knekkebrød made with Veggie Underground's parsnip-based cheese. Norwegian Baked products are available through their Etsy shop, farmers markets, and various retail partnerships. The company has received notable recognition, including features in Bon Appétit magazine, where food editor Molly Baz praised the crackers for their versatility and exceptional taste. Founded by Hedvig Bourbon, Norwegian Baked serves the specialty food and consumer packaged goods industry, focusing on authentic Scandinavian baking traditions while meeting modern dietary preferences for organic, wheat-free, and vegan-friendly products. The company operates from a commercial kitchen space in Brooklyn and has demonstrated growth through various business development programs and partnerships within the New York food ecosystem.