These delicious desserts are traditionally served during Ramadan, and they are incredibly, addictive, and rich as well as unique.
Most of them have a great story behind them and they all are worth trying at home.
From classic favorites to innovative treats, here is our selection of 10 Ramadan desserts to serve for your loved ones this Ramadan.
Traditional Middle Eastern Baklava
This Middle Eastern Walnut Baklawa is delicious! It's made with layers of hand-rolled filo pastry, rich walnuts, and sweet syrup.
In many cultures, making baklava from scratch remains a cherished tradition, particularly during festive occasions like weddings or religious events such as Eid.
To learn more: Middle Eastern Walnut Baklava
Gullac Recipe
Güllaç is a light, milky, and fluffy Turkish dessert made with layers of starch wafers soaked in sweetened warm milk.
This delicious dessert is traditionally served during Ramadan and is usually garnished with ground nuts and pomegranate seeds.
To learn more: Gullac Recipe
Kadaif Dessert - Turkish 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.
To learn more: Kadaif Dessert - Turkish Tel Kadayif
Muhallebi (or Mahalabia) Dessert
Muhallebi (or Mahalabia) 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
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.
It is a great alternative to Turkish Baklava, Tulumba - Turkish Fried Dough Dessert, or Baklava Cheesecake for your sweet cravings when you want something much simpler & quicker.
To learn more: Sekerpare - Turkish Semolina Cookies
Irmik Helvasi - Turkish Semolina Halva
Irmik Helvasi (Turkish Semolina Halva) is a traditional dessert widely popular in the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern countries, often served for special occasions.
This delicious pudding is enriched with butter & pine nuts and then soaked in hot syrup.
To learn more: Irmik Helvasi - Turkish Semolina Halva
Tulumba Tatlısı - 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.
It is one of the most delicious syrupy treats of Turkish cuisine during the Ramadan.
To learn more: Tulumba Tatlisi - Turkish Fried Dough Dessert
Kunefe (Kunafa) - Turkish Cheese Dessert
Kunefe (or Kunafa/Knafeh) is a heavenly Turkish / Middle Eastern Cheese Dessert made with kadaif pastry filled with cheese and soaked in syrup.
Künefe is one of the most loved syrupy desserts in Turkish cuisine, especially for special occasions.
To learn more: Kunefe (Kunafa) - Turkish Cheese Dessert
Revani - Turkish Semolina Cake
Revani Cake - Turkish Semolina Cake is a popular Mediterranean dessert that is enjoyed across the Middle East and Greece.
This delicious dessert is made with semolina flour, sugar, and eggs, soaked with orange-flavored syrup, and then cut into diamonds or squares.
The result is a moist and tender cake that is perfect for serving on special occasions or as an afternoon treat.
To learn more: Revani - Turkish Semolina Cake
Easy Turkish Pistachio Baklava Recipe
My super easy Turkish Pistachio Baklava (Fıstıklı Baklava in Turkish) recipe is perfect for you if you want to learn how to make your homemade version.
This classic Turkish sweet "baklava" made with ready-made filo pastries is perfect for you if you don't have time to make your filo pastry sheets.
To learn more: Easy Turkish Pistachio Baklava Recipe
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