Desserts
9 Delish Desserts To Satiate Your Sweet Cravings
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Are you someone with a sweet tooth? Do you have odd-time sweet cravings?
Have you been in several long-term relationships with puddings, cakes, waffles, and pies? If so, then this article will definitely trigger the sugar-fiend in you.
Desserts form an essential part of our culture. From marriages to parties, from house warmings to festivities, nothing can be complete without sweets. Be it cakes, pastries, truffles, jellies et al. those with a sweet-tooth need them to satiate their soul-cravings across the day.
And so, to temp all the sweet-fanatics out there, here we are with 8 of the most delectable sweet dishes from across the globe. Enjoy!
Pavlova Cake
Named in honor of the famous Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova, this meringue-based dessert was created either during or after one of her visits to New Zealand and Australia, back in the era of 1920s. Quite a common dish during celebratory and holiday meals, it usually has a crisp crust with soft inner layers and is topped with caramelized fruits and whipped cream. Generally appearing in a combination of white and pink, just like Anna’s skirt, this dessert once tasted is surely leave you wanting for more.
Crème Brûlée
France has given us several delectable dishes, and this one, too, is no different. Known by various different like, like burnt cream or Trinity cream, Crème Brûlée is one of the simplest yet one of the tastiest desserts. Invented by Chef Francois Massialot in the 17th century, this desert has traveled the UK, Canada, Catalonia, and various parts of the world, and is relished by all. Be it a winter morn or a summer sunset, this soft pastry with layers of caramel is definitely a must-try for all dessert-freaks.
Sticky Date Pudding
Often known as the Sticky Toffee Pudding in the UK, this sweet-overloaded dessert is a staple on many restaurant dessert menus around the world. Moist sponge cake covered in a toffee sauce is what this pudding is all about. Mostly served with a serving of vanilla custard or ice-cream, this lip-smacking dessert also has another version wherein it is drenched in caramel sauce and served with an almond praline. But be it the former or the latter, this dessert is surely a sweet-tooth’s delight.
Hummingbird Cake
Who doesn’t love cheese, and especially when it’s a generous pouring? With its origins in Jamaica, this banana-pineapple spice cake is one of the popular desserts in the southern parts of the USA. Named after the national bird of Jamaica, this is also known as the Doctor Bird Cake. Sounds filling already? Order it and relish this sinful indulgence, now!
Mochi
Made of short-grained japonica glutinous rice, Mochi is one of the many varieties of rice cakes widely eater in Japan. The traditional food of the Japanese New Year, this is one of the most delicious desserts coming from the eastern lands. Be it ice-crema, confectionaries, or soups, Mochi is widely used in all as well as is used as a sweet snack in some countries.
S’more
“When life gives you a dumpster fire, roast marshmallows,” and this dish quite resonates with the same mood A popular campfire treat in various parts of the world, especially in the USA, Mexico, and Canada, this is a heavenly indulgence. Marshmallows, chocolate, and graham cookies, this is surely a blissful treat, and more so in the form of S’more skillet cookie cake.
Gulab Jamun
Who isn’t familiar with the dish? Just like Indians could be found in every nook and corner of the world, the same goes for this delish dessert. Be it piping hot or not-so-cold, Gulab Jamuns stand synonymous with Indians and their food habits. This milk-solid (khoya) based sweet dish drenched in sugar syrup just melts in your mouth giving you an out-of-the-world feeling. So, if you haven’t tried a Gulab Jamun yet, hurry up and try it now!
Dragon’s Beard Candy
Have a craving for cotton candy? If so, then this is the perfect dessert for you. Known as Chinese Cotton, this considered to be a traditional Chinese culinary art. Transcending the land boundaries to reach the entire world, this fat-free, high sugar candy is prepared from a mixture of malt syrup, peanuts, sesame, and coconut and is the perfect on-the-go dessert to satiate your dessert cravings.
Pakhlava/Baklava
A dessert having a surplus of nuts, honey, and frosting in each of its layers, this is one of the exotic traditional desserts of the East. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, this layered pastry is known for its nutty flavor and its soft filo layers which melts in the mouth and leaves you with its lingering sweetness for long.