dessert Recipes
424 delicious dessert recipes from around the world
Kuih Ketayap (Pandan Coconut Rolls)
Delicate, emerald-green pandan crepes encasing a sweet, caramelized coconut filling. These delightful rolls are a popular Malaysian sweet treat, perfect for any occasion.
Kuih Lapis (Malaysian Layered Cake)
A vibrant and visually appealing steamed layered cake, perfect as a delightful tea-time treat. This recipe guides you through creating beautiful, distinct layers of color and flavor.
Kuih Seri Muka
A beloved two-layer Malaysian sweet treat featuring a base of steamed glutinous rice topped with a rich, vibrant pandan-infused coconut custard.
Kuih Talam (Two-Layer Pandan and Coconut Cake)
A beloved Malaysian tea-time treat, Kuih Talam features two distinct layers: a fragrant green pandan base and a creamy white coconut topping, both with a delightfully soft and slightly chewy texture.
Kunafa
A beloved Middle Eastern cheese pastry featuring a crispy, golden crust made from shredded phyllo dough (kataifi) or semolina, encasing a warm, stretchy cheese filling. It's traditionally soaked in a fragrant orange blossom syrup and often garnished with crushed pistachios.
Kรผnefe
A decadent Turkish cheese pastry from Hatay, featuring shredded phyllo dough (kadayฤฑf) layered with a stretchy, mild cheese and drenched in a sweet lemon-infused syrup. It's a warm, gooey, and delightfully crispy dessert best served immediately.
Kutsinta
Filipino kutsinta are soft, chewy, and slightly gelatinous steamed rice cakes with a distinct brown hue and a hint of coconut. Perfect for merienda (afternoon snack) or dessert.
Lapis Surabaya (Surabaya Layer Cake)
A classic Indonesian birthday cake, Lapis Surabaya is a rich, three-layer butter cake famously filled with strawberry jam. Its name refers to the city of Surabaya, a major culinary hub in East Java.
Lebanese Baklava
A classic Lebanese celebration sweet featuring delicate layers of phyllo dough, a rich mixed nut filling, and a fragrant orange blossom syrup. This baklava is crisp, sweet, and aromatic, perfect for special occasions.
Lod Chong (Thai Pandan Jelly Noodles)
A beloved Thai dessert featuring delicate, chewy pandan-flavored jelly noodles (lod chong) served in a rich, sweet coconut milk broth over crushed ice. It's a refreshing and visually appealing treat.
Lokma (Turkish Fried Dough)
Lokma are delightful, bite-sized Turkish fried dough balls, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, generously soaked in a sweet lemon-infused syrup. A beloved street food and dessert.
Lokum (Turkish Delight)
Authentic Lokum, a classic Turkish delight made with fragrant rose water and crunchy pistachios, dusted with powdered sugar. A delightful chewy confection perfect for sharing or gifting.
Martabak Manis (Indonesian Sweet Thick Pancake)
A beloved Indonesian night snack, Martabak Manis is a thick, fluffy, and slightly chewy sweet pancake cooked in a special round pan. It's typically filled with a generous amount of butter, sugar, and your choice of toppings like chocolate sprinkles, grated cheese, or crushed peanuts, then folded in half and served warm.
Mitarashi Dango
Chewy, bite-sized rice dumplings skewered and coated in a glossy, sweet and savory soy glaze. A popular Japanese street food and festival treat.
Mochi (Japanese Rice Cakes)
Traditional Japanese mochi are soft, chewy, and slightly sweet glutinous rice cakes. They are a quintessential part of Japanese New Year celebrations and can be enjoyed in various ways, both sweet and savory.
Mouhallabieh (Lebanese Milk Pudding)
A delicate and fragrant Lebanese milk pudding, subtly flavored with rose water and topped with crunchy pistachios. This light dessert is a perfect ending to any meal.
Namoura (Lebanese Semolina Cake)
A delightful Lebanese tea-time treat: a moist, syrup-soaked semolina cake topped with tahini and a single almond on each piece. This recipe offers a detailed guide to achieving a perfectly golden and fragrant Namoura.
Nan-e Berenji (Persian Rice Cookies)
Delicate, melt-in-your-mouth Persian rice cookies infused with the fragrant aroma of rose water. Perfect for enjoying with tea.
Ohagi (Sweet Rice Balls)
Ohagi are traditional Japanese sweet rice balls made from glutinous rice (mochigome) and short-grain rice (uruchi), coated in sweet red bean paste (anko) or roasted soybean flour (kinako). They are often prepared during the autumn and spring equinoxes as offerings to ancestors.
Onde-Onde (Indonesian Sesame Balls)
Onde-onde are delightful Indonesian sweet treats made from glutinous rice flour, filled with sweet mung bean paste, and coated in sesame seeds before being deep-fried to a golden, puffed perfection. They are a popular snack with Chinese-Indonesian heritage.
Patbingsu (Korean Shaved Ice)
A refreshing and customizable Korean shaved ice dessert, featuring a mountain of finely shaved ice topped with sweet red bean paste, chewy rice cakes (tteok), fresh fruit, and a drizzle of condensed milk. Perfect for a hot summer day.
Pisang Goreng (Indonesian Fried Bananas)
Authentic Indonesian Pisang Goreng, a popular street food featuring sweet, ripe plantains coated in a crispy, golden batter and deep-fried to perfection. A delightful sweet and savory snack.
Purin (Japanese Custard Pudding)
A beloved Japanese konbini (convenience store) staple, this purin is a silky smooth, delicate custard pudding with a rich, slightly bitter caramel sauce. It's softer and less dense than a traditional French flan.
Puto (Filipino Steamed Rice Cakes)
Fluffy, slightly sweet, and tender Filipino steamed rice cakes, perfect as a snack or accompaniment to savory dishes like dinuguan. This recipe yields small, individual cakes.