dessert Recipes
424 delicious dessert recipes from around the world
Classic British Scones
Fluffy, tender British scones, perfect for a traditional cream tea. Serve with clotted cream and jam.
Classic English Trifle
A quintessential British layered dessert, featuring cubes of sponge cake soaked in sherry, topped with fruit, rich custard, and whipped cream. A beloved centerpiece for celebrations, especially Christmas.
Classic French Crêpes
Delicate, thin wheat flour crêpes, a staple of French cuisine, perfect for both sweet and savory fillings. Originating from Brittany, these versatile pancakes are a beloved street food and home-style treat.
Classic Italian Semifreddo
A luxuriously light and airy Italian semi-frozen mousse, requiring no ice cream maker. This versatile dessert is perfect for a refreshing treat.
Classic Treacle Tart
A quintessential British dessert featuring a sweet, sticky filling of golden syrup and lemon encased in a crisp, buttery shortcrust pastry. This classic tart is beloved for its comforting sweetness and delightful texture.
Crema Catalana
Crema Catalana, meaning 'Catalan cream,' is a traditional Spanish dessert that predates its French counterpart, crème brûlée. It features a rich, citrus and cinnamon-infused custard base topped with a brittle, caramelized sugar crust.
Crème Brûlée
French burnt cream - a luxurious and silky vanilla custard base crowned with a shatteringly crisp, caramelized sugar crust. The satisfying crack of the spoon through the sugar is the signature joy of this classic dessert.
Crostata di Ricotta
A classic Italian ricotta tart featuring a sweet, creamy ricotta filling infused with citrus zest and studded with chocolate chips, all encased in a rustic shortcrust pastry (pasta frolla). This dessert is a delightful treat, often enjoyed during holidays like Easter.
Dammsugare (Swedish Punch Rolls)
Dammsugare, literally meaning 'vacuum cleaner' in Swedish, are classic, no-bake Swedish pastries. These delightful rolls feature a rich, moist cake and butter filling, flavored with arrack liqueur (punsch), all enrobed in vibrant green marzipan and finished with chocolate-dipped ends. Traditionally made to use up leftover sponge cake, they are a beloved treat for fika (coffee break).
Dampfnudeln (German Steamed Buns)
Soft, fluffy, yeasted dumplings steamed in milk and butter, traditionally served as a dessert in Bavaria. They develop a slightly crisp bottom during steaming.
Diples (Greek Honey Scrolls)
Diples are traditional Greek honey scrolls made from thinly rolled fried dough, drenched in a sweet honey syrup, and often topped with crushed walnuts and cinnamon. They are a popular treat during holidays like Christmas and are also served at weddings.
Dresdner Eierschecke
A traditional Saxon layered cake from Dresden, featuring three distinct layers: a yeast dough base, a creamy quark filling, and a rich egg custard topping.
Eccles Cake
Flaky, sweet currant pastries originating from Lancashire, England. These individual tart-like pastries are a classic British treat.
Éclair au Chocolat
An iconic French patisserie classic: crisp, elongated choux pastry shells filled with rich vanilla pastry cream and enrobed in a glossy chocolate glaze. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful afternoon treat.
Eton Mess
A classic British summer dessert featuring a delightful mix of crushed meringue, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries, creating a delightful textural and flavour contrast.
Far Breton
A dense, custardy baked flan from Brittany, traditionally made with prunes. This simple yet beloved dessert has a rich, comforting texture.
Farófias (Portuguese Meringue Islands in Custard)
A classic Portuguese dessert featuring delicate, cloud-like meringue 'islands' gently poached and served afloat in a rich, creamy vanilla custard. Often dusted with cinnamon for a warm, aromatic finish.
Faworki (Angel Wings)
Faworki, also known as Angel Wings, are delicate, crispy, and airy fried pastries traditionally enjoyed in Poland, especially during Fat Thursday (Tłusty Czwartek). They are made from a simple dough, rolled incredibly thin, fried until golden, and then dusted generously with powdered sugar.
Faworki (Chruściki)
Faworki, also known as Chruściki or Polish angel wings, are delicate, crispy fried pastry ribbons, traditionally enjoyed during carnival season. They are incredibly light and airy, dusted generously with powdered sugar.
Flan Español
A classic Spanish caramel custard, featuring a silky smooth egg custard base topped with a rich, dark caramel sauce. It's the perfect elegant dessert to conclude any meal.
French Macarons
Delicate, airy almond meringue cookies with a crisp shell and chewy interior, sandwiched with a rich ganache or creamy buttercream. These Parisian jewels are a true test of patisserie skill.
Galaktoboureko
A classic Greek dessert featuring a rich, creamy semolina custard baked between layers of crisp, golden phyllo dough, all generously drenched in a fragrant citrus-infused syrup.
Galette des Rois
A traditional French king cake, made with flaky puff pastry filled with a rich frangipane (almond cream). The lucky person who finds the hidden 'fève' (a small charm) is crowned king or queen for the day. Perfect for Epiphany celebrations.
Gâteau Breton
A dense, rich, and incredibly buttery cake originating from Brittany, France. This Gâteau Breton is a true testament to the region's love for high-quality butter, resulting in a cake that is both rustic and elegant.