These Delicious Dessert Recipes are the perfect way to celebrate Eid and bring warmth and sweetness to the festive table. From syrup-soaked pastries to rich puddings and nut-filled treats, these sweet treats highlight the best of Eid traditions. Each dessert is easy to make, crowd crowd-pleaser, and perfect for sharing.
Turkish Delight - Lokum
This homemade Elderflower Turkish Delight (Lokum) is a fun, modern twist on a classic Ottoman treat. It's incredibly easy to make, and you don't need any fancy equipment or hard-to-find ingredients. Not a fan of elderflower? No worries—you can easily switch it up with your favorite flavor! You can enjoy Lokum on its own or with a glass of Turkish Tea - Cay.
To learn more: Homemade Elderflower Turkish Delight (Lokum)
Baklava
This Authentic Middle Eastern Walnut Baklawa is a scrumptious creation that beautifully combines layers of filo pastry with the richness of walnuts and a sweet simple 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: Authentic Middle Eastern Walnut Baklawa
Sekerpare
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, Ashure Dessert - Noah's Pudding, or Baklava Cheesecake for your sweet cravings when you want something much simpler & quicker.
To learn more: Sekerpare (Turkish Semolina Cookies)
Qatayef
Qatayef (also spelled Atayef or Katayef) are small, stuffed pancakes that are popular in Middle Eastern cuisine, especially during festive occasions and Ramadan. They are versatile, delicious, and surprisingly easy to make at home.
To learn more: Qatayef - Middle Eastern Stuffed Pancakes
Kadaif Dessert
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
Tulumba Tatlisi
'Tulumba Tatlisi', also known as 'Bamiyeh' or 'Balah el Sham', is a traditional Turkish fried dough dessert famous for its crispy texture and syrupy sweetness. You can easily make it at home and share the joy of homemade tulumba with your loved ones during special occasions and celebrations.
To learn more: Tulumba Tatlisi - Turkish Fried Dough Dessert
Baklava Rolls
Sari Burma Baklava Rolls, known as Saragli in Greek cuisine and Burma Baklava in Turkish cuisine, are a delicious twist on the classic layered baklava. They’re made with flaky phyllo dough, a filling of finely chopped nuts, and soaked in a fragrant syrup.
To learn more: Sari Burma Baklava Rolls - Saragli
Easy Baklava with Pistachio
My super easy Turkish Pistachio Baklava (Fıstıklı Baklava in Turkish) recipe is perfect for you if you want to learn how to make your own homemade version. Baklava is a very popular Turkish sweet dating back to the Ottoman Empire, featuring flaky filo pastry layers, nuts, and syrup.
To learn more: Easy Turkish Pistachio Baklava Recipe
Un Helvasi
Un Helvası, or Turkish Flour Halva, is very easy to make, extremely delicious, and made with just four ingredients—flour, butter, sugar, and milk. It is traditionally made for special occasions such as funerals, weddings, or Ramadan.
To learn more: Un Helvası - Turkish Flour Halva
Irmik Helvasi
Irmik Helvasi (Turkish Semolina Halva) is a traditional dessert widely popular in the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern countries. This delicious pudding is enriched with butter & pine nuts and then soaked in hot syrup. It symbolizes good fortune and is made not only during religious holidays like Ramadan but also during important life events like moving houses, births, deaths, or marriages.
To learn more: Irmik Helvasi (Turkish Semolina Halva)
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