1.Baklava (Turkey, Greece, Middle East): Layers of flaky phyllo dough filled with chopped nuts, drenched in syrup for a delightful crunch and sweetness.
2.Gulab Jamun (India): Deep-fried dough balls simmered in fragrant sugar syrup, creating a rich and syrupy-sweet treat.
3. Kunafa (Middle East): A textural and flavor explosion with shredded phyllo dough layered with cheese or nuts, soaked in syrup, and baked golden brown.
4. Ma'amoul (Middle East): Shortbread-like cookies stuffed with sweet fillings like dates, nuts, or semolina.
5. Qatayef (Middle East): Delicate pancakes filled with sweet cheese or nuts, drizzled with syrup - a quintessential Ramadan favorite.
6. Zoolbia & Bamieh (Iran, Persian Gulf): Crispy, syrup-soaked pastries - zoolbia with a lacy texture and bamieh with a star-shaped design, both bursting with honey-like sweetness.
7. Lapis Legit (Indonesia): A visually stunning layered cake with rich spices and a delightful chewy texture
8. Phirni (India, Pakistan): A creamy rice pudding flavored with cardamom and nuts, perfect for a light and fragrant end to the meal.
9. Sheer Khurma (Pakistan): Vermicelli pudding cooked in milk and sugar, often topped with nuts and dried fruit for a festive touch.
10. Luqaimat (Middle East): Tiny fried dough balls drizzled with syrup and sprinkled with nuts or sesame seeds - a delightful bite-sized sweet.