13 Most Popular Desserts in the World

"No matter how much I eat, there is always room for dessert. Dessert doesn't go to the stomach. Dessert goes to the heart."

No day is fully finished until the dessert course has been relished. Isn’t it? We, homo sapiens, solemnly swear to digging into all desserts in the world and relish them to our heart’s delight. Such is this kind of relationship that every human sharing with all the world's desserts. Talking of some of the best desserts in the world, our knowledge is only restricted to trying out traditional kinds of cakes, cupcakes, ice creams and other such sweet treats.

Why is it that when it comes to exploring the most popular desserts in the world, we don’t try enough to be eager to keep our hunt on for them? If you are up for trying something exotic in terms of different types of desserts, then here’s a list of some lip-smacking famous desserts from around the world that you must give a try once in your lifetime if you call yourself to be a big-time dessert lover. All the desserts mentioned in this blog are perfect for baking at home, and of course, you will find a boatload of easy dessert recipes!

So, if you are eager to know about the best desserts in the world and want to try baking some easy desserts, then let the sweet exploration begin without further ado!

1) Cream Brulee (FRANCE) -

You gotta give this exotic dessert item, at least a try for sure. It is the simplest to bake even by an amateur baker if he/she has an oven at home. Back in the 17th century, this dessert was introduced by Francois Massialot, a chef of a kitchen of a Duke of Orlean, who wrote about its recipe in a book. A creamy pastry a thin, crisp caramel layer is what is referred to as cream brulee and which has stolen everyone’s heart.

2) Mochi ( JAPAN) -

As sweet as the name of this dessert seems Mochi is a traditional Japanese dessert which is prepared with sticky rice. Pounded in a mortar, turned it to paste and made scones or pellets from it, resulting in making this dessert item which is the heart of every Japanese festival. To take the yumminess up by a level, a scoop of ice cream is served along with Mochi. It is one of the simplest desserts to make at home, as you will find plenty of easy-to-do summer dessert recipes out there.

3) Apple Pie (USA) -

Once the famous author, Jane Austen quoted “Good apple pies are a considerable part of our domestic happiness." and since then, the people of USA took apple pie very seriously (kidding). As apples are fruits which are the first loves of many, hence this dessert made up with a crispy crust which can be presented with whipped cream, vanilla ice-cream or even with cheddar cheese became so popular or should we say ‘best sweet in the world’.

4) Nanaimo Bar (CANADA) -

After getting its name from the town of Nanaimo, this Canadian dessert is one of the most delicious dessert in the world. Having three decks of tart that doesn’t require any baking, the lower decker includes waffle bits, whereas there are a creamy icing and chocolate glaze to top it up with.

5) Gulab Jamun (INDIA) -

The heart of every Indian occasion is Gulab Jamun. Prepared with milk solids that are kneaded into a dough and then deep-fried into desi ghee, gulab jamuns are topped up with saffron, green cardamom, and rose water to add a dash of royalty. Speaking of history, this dessert was introduced by the Mughals in India as they relished an Arabic dessert called luqmat al-qadi, and since then, it has become one of the best sweet in the world. Gulab Jamun can be seen savoured by people throughout the summer, which is why it is one of the best dessert ideas to surprise the taste buds.

6) Pakhlava (TURKEY) -

One of the famous dessert items of the Eastside, Pakhlava is a dessert which has the thinnest slices with the filling with minced nuts, which is further topped up with syrup or honey cut and then cut into square pieces. It is a must-try dessert because of it giving people goosebumps with its exotic melt in the mouth experience.

7) Kardinalschnitten (AUSTRIA) -

A biscuit-like dessert which is combined with meringue corresponds to the colours of Catholic Church – yellow and white. It got famous after being served at cafe Mozart in the year 1974. This dessert stands out just the way its name does, making it one of the best desserts in the world.

8) Dadar Gulung (INDONESIA) -

Another cousin of the sweet pancakes are these sweet Indonesian versions known as Dadar Gulung. Dadar means pancakes whereas gulung means to roll and hence the name. This pancake roll in green colour is made with the Pandan leaves and filled with sweet grated coconut. You will find easy-to-bake summer dessert recipes for Dadar Gulung, and with the refreshing taste of coconut, it will be a feast for the tastebuds.

9) Poffertjes (NETHERLANDS) -

In other words, its the name given to the small, round and puffy pancakes that are made with yeast and buckwheat flour. People of the Netherlands use a separate pan to make these scrumptious pancakes called poffertjespan. Served on a cardboard paper on various festive occasions, Poffertjes are a dessert meant to be relished in breakfast by topping it up with some tasty toppings.

10) Kremes (HUNGARY) -

The famous cremeschnitte goes with the name Kremes in Hungary. Two puffy layers filled with a generous amount of pastry cream and sandwiched with one another is quite everyone’s favourite dessert in Hungary. Although it has been modernised a bit, as the classic version used to be made light and dry and topped up with powdered sugar. But it still happens to be the staple dessert for all the Hungarians.

11) Tiramisu (Italy)-

The dessert known as tiramisu, which translates to "pick me up," has its roots in the Treviso dialect, where it was called "tireme su." Originally created in Treviso, Italy, around 1800, the name was later modified to tiramisu in the 20th century. This layered dessert is made with ladyfingers soaked in coffee and layered with a mixture of mascarpone cheese, egg yolks, and sugar. Topped with cocoa powder, this dessert is a perfect pick-me-up after a heavy meal.

12) Bingsu (Korea) -

A Korean shaved ice dessert topped with sweetened condensed milk, fruit, and other toppings like mochi or nuts. During the Joseon Dynasty, when Korea was under Japanese rule, a cold dessert was introduced. It involved shaving ice from a royal ice box, serving it with fruit, and adding red beans for extra sweetness. Over time, during the Korean War, foreign influences included nuts, rice cakes, cereals, and syrups in the dessert.

13) Gajar ka Halwa (India) -

Gajar ka Halwa is a famous dessert from India and has been seen in almost every household, as it is made widely in Indian houses during winter and festivities. Made with grated carrots, milk, sugar, Khoya, nuts, and spices like cardamom and saffron, this dessert is beloved for its creamy texture and delicious flavour. It is one of the easy desserts to make at home; find the easy dessert recipes for Gajar ka Halwa now.

You must have gotten some dessert ideas and have decided to relish your favourites. The different types of desserts mentioned in this blog are famous desserts and are also easy to bake. So, what’s the wait for? Bake it or order it from some reputed bakery and get online cake delivery in Delhi of these exotic delicacies and diggin folks! Just a touch with your lips will be enough to make you fall in love with these desserts!

We hope we answered your question, “Which is the best sweet in the world?”