A sweet journey through the classics of Turkish cuisine
Turkish cuisine delights not only with its savory dishes, but also with its rich dessert culture. Sweet, traditional, and prepared with love – here we present the most popular Turkish desserts.
🥇 1. Baklava – The king of Turkish desserts
Crispy filo pastry filled with pistachios or walnuts, baked in butter and topped with sugar syrup – baklava is Turkey's most famous and popular dessert.
Whether classic, as a pistachio roll, with coconut, or in mini form – baklava is a must!
🧀 2. Künefe – Warm, crispy and creamy
Künefe is a unique dessert made of fine pastry threads (kadayif), filled with mild cheese, and served hot. Topped with sugar syrup and sprinkled with pistachios, it's crispy on the outside and meltingly tender on the inside—a favorite with young and old alike.
🍚 3. Sütlaç – Turkish rice pudding from the oven
Sütlaç is a traditional rice pudding, often baked in the oven. Its caramelized surface and hint of cinnamon make it particularly mild and aromatic.
🍬 4. Lokum – The delicate temptation
Also known as "Turkish Delight," lokum is a soft, aromatic sweet with various flavors—from rose to pistachio to pomegranate. Ideal with tea or as a gift.
🍩 5. Lokma – Sweet balls with a story
Lokma are deep-fried dough balls dipped in syrup. They are often served at religious events or as street food. Simple, crispy, and delicious.
