The best way to finish dinner is a deliciously indulgent dessert. Browse for 10 most amazing Mediterranean dessert recipes for inspiration whether you are looking for a healthy or hearty option.
These dessert recipes are made from scratch, mouthwatering, and are perfect for any occasion.
Baklava Cheesecake
This impressive Middle Eastern-inspired dessert is made with indulgently sweet and nutty Turkish Baklava layers topped with creamy and rich cheesecake.
Altough making Baklava Cheesecake requires a bit of time and patience, it is very easy to make and is perfect for any special occasion.
To learn more: The Best Baklava Cheesecake Recipe
Strawberry Tiramisu
Strawberry Tiramisu is an easy and delightful no-bake summer dessert made with juicy strawberries, mascarpone cheese, and ladyfinger biscuits.
This beautiful dessert is a delightful twist on the Classic Italian Tiramisu recipe, which traditionally involves layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone cheese.
To learn more: Easy No Bake Strawberry Tiramisu
Sekerpare - Turkish Semolina Cookies
Sekerpare (Turkish Semolina Cookies) is a sweet, moist, and tender dessert that's traditionally served for religious celebrations, such as Seker Bayrami which marks the end of Ramadan.
Şekerpare is a type of cookie made with semolina, butter, eggs, flour, and sugar. It is then shaped into small balls, baked in the oven until golden, and soaked in simple syrup.
To learn more: Sekerpare - Turkish Semolina Cookies
Homemade Walnut Baklava
This Authentic Walnut Baklava is a scrumptious creation that beautifully combines layers of filo pastry with the richness of walnuts and a simple syrup.
But what truly makes this recipe special is the love and artisanship that goes into creating each delicate layer of hand-rolled phyllo sheets.
To learn more: Walnut Baklava
French Strawberry Tart
Delicious and refreshing French Strawberry Tart with Custard is the perfect dessert to welcome the start of summer with your family.
This classic fruit tart is the perfect choice for your afternoon tea, family gatherings, or a celebration.
To learn more: French Strawberry Custard Tart - Tart aux Fraises
Turkish Fig Pudding - Incir Uyutmasi
This rich and creamy Turkish Fig Pudding (Incir Uyutmasi) recipe infused with butterscotchy dried figs is one of my favorite guilt-free desserts.
And surprisingly it only requires two main ingredients: dried figs and milk (yes, you heard it right, you only need two ingredients!)
To learn more: Turkish Fig Pudding - Incir Uyutmasi
Sutlac - Turkish Rice Pudding
Sutlac is a thick and creamy milk-based dessert that has a very special place in Turkish cuisine.
This traditional rice dessert is delicious yet extremely easy to make with a few ingredients.
To learn more: Sutlac - Turkish Rice Pudding
Muhallebi - Mahalabia Dessert
Muhallebi (or Mahalabia / Muhallabieh/Mouhalabieh) Dessert is a light, creamy, and delicious milk pudding that's popular throughout Turkey and the Middle East.
This popular Muhallebi dessert recipe only requires 5 ingredients and comes together in just 20 minutes.
To learn more: Muhallebi - Mahalabia Dessert
Tulumba - Turkish Fried Dough Dessert
'Tulumba Tatlisi', also known as 'Balah el Sham', is a traditional Turkish fried dough dessert famous for its crispy texture and syrupy sweetness.
This popular street food is made from mini choux pastry dough balls, piped into cold oil, fried, and then dipped in sweet syrup.
To learn more: Tulumba - Turkish Fried Dough Dessert
Kadaif - Turkish Tel Kadayif
Kadaif Dessert, (or Turkish Tel Kadayif), is a popular and unique Turkish dessert typically served during the holy month of Ramadan.
It is made with layers of crispy, shredded filo pastry base filled with a rich and nutty walnut mixture, and then baked until crispy.
The dessert is then soaked in a sweet syrup, adding an extra layer of flavor and moisture.
To learn more: Kadaif Dessert - Turkish Tel Kadayif
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