sweet Recipes
286 delicious sweet recipes from around the world
Loukoumades (Greek Honey Puffs)
Loukoumades are delightful, bite-sized fried dough balls, a traditional Greek sweet, often referred to as 'honey tokens' or 'honey puffs'. They are known for their crispy exterior, fluffy interior, and are generously drenched in a warm honey syrup infused with cinnamon, then sprinkled with crushed walnuts. This ancient treat was even enjoyed by athletes in the original Olympic Games.
Nyponsoppa (Swedish Rosehip Soup)
A classic Swedish sweet and vitamin C-rich rosehip soup, traditionally served warm or cold. This recipe enhances the natural flavor of rosehips with a touch of sweetness and a smooth texture.
Ovos Moles de Aveiro
Ovos Moles de Aveiro, meaning 'soft eggs of Aveiro', is a traditional Portuguese delicacy from the city of Aveiro, renowned for its rich, sweet egg yolk filling encased in thin wafer shells. This UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage confection is a testament to centuries of conventual pastry-making tradition.
Pączki (Polish Filled Doughnuts)
Authentic Polish Pączki, a rich, yeasted doughnut traditionally enjoyed on Fat Thursday (Tłusty Czwartek) before Lent. This recipe features a classic rose jam filling, resulting in a decadent and slightly sweet treat.
Pain Perdu (French Toast)
An elegant and delicious way to use up slightly stale brioche, pain perdu translates to 'lost bread'. Thick slices of brioche are soaked in a rich custard and then pan-fried to a beautiful golden-brown, resulting in a custardy interior and a slightly crisp exterior.
Pashka
A traditional Russian sweet cheese dessert, shaped into a pyramid, typically prepared for Orthodox Easter celebrations. It's rich, creamy, and studded with candied fruits for a delightful texture and flavor.
Ponchiki (Russian Ring Donuts)
Ponchiki are a beloved Russian street food, essentially ring-shaped donuts, often enjoyed with tea or coffee. This recipe yields light, airy, and slightly sweet fried dough, perfect for a delightful treat.
Quarkbällchen (German Quark Doughnuts)
Light and airy German quark balls, a popular bakery snack made from a simple dough, fried to a golden perfection, and dusted with powdered sugar. They are surprisingly quick to prepare and require no yeast.
Queijadas de Sintra
Queijadas de Sintra are traditional sweet cheese pastries originating from the town of Sintra, Portugal. These delicate tarts feature a creamy, sweet cheese filling encased in a light, flaky pastry.
Racuchy (Polish Apple Fritters)
Light and fluffy yeast-leavened pancakes studded with grated apple, fried to a golden crisp and dusted with powdered sugar. A beloved Polish treat, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Sericaia
A traditional Alentejo egg dessert, a light and airy pudding topped with cinnamon, often served with preserved plums (ameixas d'Elvas).
Sochnik (Russian Quark Pastry)
Delicate, half-moon shaped pastries filled with a sweet, creamy quark (tvorog) mixture. Perfect for afternoon tea or a light dessert.
Struffoli
Neapolitan honey balls - tiny, deep-fried dough balls coated in warm honey and traditionally decorated with sprinkles and candied citrus. A beloved Christmas treat from Naples.
Syrniki (Russian Farmer Cheese Pancakes)
Syrniki are delightful, slightly sweet pancakes made from farmer cheese (tvorog). They are a popular breakfast or dessert item in Russia and Eastern Europe, offering a tender, slightly tangy interior with a beautifully golden-brown exterior. This recipe provides a simple yet authentic way to enjoy this childhood favorite.
Travesseiro
Travesseiro, meaning 'pillow' in Portuguese, is a traditional pastry from Sintra, Portugal. It features a delicate, flaky puff pastry encasing a rich and creamy almond filling. These pastries are a beloved specialty, often enjoyed with coffee or as a sweet treat.
Vatrushka
Vatrushka is a traditional Russian sweet cheese pastry, often found in bakeries. These open-faced buns feature a delightful tvorog (quark) filling nestled in a soft, yeasted dough.
Baklava
Turkish layered pastry - phyllo layers with nuts and syrup. The iconic sweet.
Tulumba
Turkish syrup fingers - fried dough ridged fingers soaked in syrup. Festival sweet.
Baklawa
Lebanese baklava - phyllo layers with mixed nuts and orange blossom syrup. Celebration sweet.
Shirin Polo
Persian sweet rice - jeweled rice with candied orange and nuts. Wedding celebration dish.
Reshteh Polo
Persian noodle rice - rice with crispy noodles, dates, and raisins. New Year dish.
Sholeh Zard
Persian saffron rice pudding - sweet rice with saffron, rose water. Votive offering.
Havij Polo
Persian carrot rice - jeweled rice with sweet carrots and orange. Festive and beautiful.
Shirin Polo
Persian sweet rice - jeweled rice with orange peel and nuts. Wedding dish.