Cooking With Lynja: Whimsical, High-Energy, and Internet-Savvy

Lynn Yamada Davis, affectionately known as "Cooking With Lynja," captivated audiences with a cooking style that was as delightful as it was distinctive. Her approach combined rapid-fire editing, meme-infused humor, and a playful energy that resonated across generations. Launching her TikTok channel at 63, Lynja transformed everyday recipes into entertaining culinary adventures, earning her over 14 million YouTube subscribers and 22 million TikTok followers by early 2025 .​ Her content stood out for its clever integration of internet culture, including nods to viral trends like the Grimace Shake, and her collaborations with fellow creators such as Nick DiGiovanni. Together, they achieved Guinness World Records for feats like the largest cake pop and chicken nugget . Lynja's unique blend of culinary skill and comedic timing earned her multiple Streamy Awards, including Best Editing and Best Food.​

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2025-04-24

Recipes

Level Three Ramen with Bonus Egg
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Level Three Ramen with Bonus Egg

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129.9M views • 2y ago

(3.0)

An advanced ramen recipe with an extra egg for added richness.

Difficulty:

hard

Cooking Time:

20 mins

Prep Time:

15 mins

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Level One Ramen
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Level One Ramen

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129.9M views • 2y ago

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A basic ramen recipe for beginners.

Difficulty:

easy

Cooking Time:

10 mins

Prep Time:

5 mins

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Level Two Ramen with Egg
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Level Two Ramen with Egg

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129.9M views • 2y ago

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An intermediate ramen recipe featuring a secret ingredient - an egg.

Difficulty:

medium

Cooking Time:

15 mins

Prep Time:

5 mins

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Creamy Squash Pasta
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Creamy Squash Pasta

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67.0M views • 2y ago

(1.5)

A delicious and creamy pasta dish that incorporates the subtle flavors of squash, blended with milk and spices, and mixed with pasta and cheeses for a comforting meal.

Difficulty:

medium

Cooking Time:

45 mins

Prep Time:

20 mins

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Grimace Shake
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Grimace Shake

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54.7M views • 1y ago

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A delightful berry and ice cream shake, perfect for celebrating special occasions or enjoying as a sweet treat.

Difficulty:

easy

Cooking Time:

5 mins

Prep Time:

5 mins

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Quick Pickle Chips
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Quick Pickle Chips

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38.6M views • 2y ago

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An oddly satisfying recipe for quick pickle chips, featuring a secret technique for infusing pickle flavor.

Difficulty:

easy

Cooking Time:

0 mins

Prep Time:

20 mins

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Fluffy Mashed Potatoes
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Fluffy Mashed Potatoes

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37.0M views • 4y ago

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A simple yet delicious recipe for fluffy mashed potatoes, seasoned with butter, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder, and made extra creamy with heavy cream. Served with chives and bacon bits for added flavor.

Difficulty:

easy

Cooking Time:

30 mins

Prep Time:

15 mins

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Ice Cream Sandwich
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Ice Cream Sandwich

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25.1M views • 3y ago

(2.5)

A simple yet delightful ice cream sandwich made with bread and a sprinkle of flaky salt.

Difficulty:

easy

Cooking Time:

5 mins

Prep Time:

5 mins

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Super Lynja's Homemade Popcorn
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Super Lynja's Homemade Popcorn

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22.6M views • 4y ago

(2.5)

A simple and quick recipe for making homemade popcorn with a secret ingredient twist, demonstrated by Super Lynja while fighting crime.

Difficulty:

easy

Cooking Time:

10 mins

Prep Time:

5 mins

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Grilling Grandma's Smoked Brisket
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Grilling Grandma's Smoked Brisket

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21.3M views • 1y ago

(2.5)

A tender and juicy smoked brisket recipe perfect for any barbecue.

Difficulty:

medium

Cooking Time:

6 hr

Prep Time:

30 mins

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