Several cultures have claimed to be the originators of the classic snickerdoodle, but no one knows for sure. In the popular and well loved cookbook "The Joy of Cooking," author Irma Rombauer suggests that the snickerdoodle's origins can be traced back to Germany, with the cookie's playful, fun name derived from the German word "schneckennudeln," which means "snail dumpling."

There are claims it originated in New ... more

It seems like summer goes by more quickly every year! I'm looking out the bakery window here in Lynden, WA at the leaves that are already starting to turn. My mind drifts to one of our favorite cold weather treats that I'll soon be making by the dozens: Appelbeignets, translation - Dutch Apple Donuts.

We live in the perfect place for Dutch Apple treats. Lynden is ... more

Speculaas is a type of shortcrust biscuit, traditionally baked for consumption on St Nicholas' Eve in the Netherlands (December 5) and Belgium (December 6). However, in recent decades, these cookies have become so popular that they are now available year round. Speculaas are thin, very crunchy, slightly browned and, most significantly, have some image or figure stamped on the front side before baking; the back ... more

Lynden Dutch Bakery has been featured on King 5 as part of the Best Northwest Escape series.

Well-known TV presenter Michael King was in Lynden and stopped outside the Lynden Dutch Bakery to sample "poffertjes", traditional Dutch cakes that the bakery were cooking there and then in the street.

Whenever Lynden Dutch Bakery set up their outdoor stand to cook hot poffertjes, the mouth-watering aroma draws hungry ... more

With our new web site you can order food directly from the bakery and have it delivered to your door. Check out our menu. ... more