Who doesn't love oriental sweets?! This Eid holiday, enjoy an array of oriental sweets to satisfy our cravings. We all love to gather in Eid to enjoy its vibes with our family and friends, especially with eating desserts and food together. So, we gathered for you the best oriental sweets that you will absolutely love. Just scroll down to see 13 oriental sweets you'll truly enjoy devouring during the Eid holiday.
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1. Kahk
Kahk is the tastiest traditional dessert that is associated with Eid celebrations. There are many types of kahk with different fillings, such as a sweet, nutty mixture made with pistachios or walnuts, and many other things. What is good about kahk that they are enjoyed by people of all ages, and Eid is not Eid without them.
2. Petit four
Petit fours are another yummy traditional desert that we all wait for Eid to eat. They come in a variety of flavors and designs, that are perfect for sharing with family and friends. Get ready to eat the best petit four by following this recipe.
3 . Balah El Sham
- 1 cup of water
- 1 cup of flour
- 1 Tbsp of oil
- Pinch vanilla
- Pinch of salt
- Syrup
Get to know the steps of the recipe from here
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4. Om Ali
1 Pack of puff pastry or mille-feuille
4 Cups of Whole Milk
3/4 Cup of Sugar
1/4 Table Spoon of Salt
1 Cup of Crushed Almonds, Hazelnut, and Pecans
3 Table Spoons of Raisins
3 Table Spoons of Flaked Coconut
Cinnamon (if needed)
2 Cups of Cream
Get to know the steps of the recipe from here
5. Zalabia
Nothing beats the crunchy and sweet taste of zalabia. It's the best dessert choice for Eid gatherings. Do this recipe and enjoy the yummiest zalabia with your family.
6. Caramel Date Cookies
Ingredients:
Cookie layer
White flour (205 g)
⅓ cup dates, pitted & soaked (100 g)
3 tbsp full-fat milk
Date caramel
⅓ cup peanut butter (60 g)
1 cup dates, pitted & soaked (120 g)
4 tbsp milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp salt
Chocolate layer
1 cup dark chocolate (about 150 g), melted
Topping
Almonds, crushed
Salt
Get to know the steps of the recipe from here
7. Eid biscuits
We all wait for this moment to wake up on the first day of Eid and have our coffee or tea with our favorite Eid biscuits; that mix is like heaven. So, get your delicious biscuits ready with this recipe.
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8. Kunafa with Nutella
Ingredients:
- 1/2 kilo Kunafa
- 5 tablespoons of butter
- A jar of Nutella chocolate
- 1 tsp of sugar
- Syrup for the Kunafa
Get to know the steps of the recipe from here
9. Stuffed dates
For those who like dates, here are some creative ways to enjoy eating your dates during Eid. What is good about this recipe is that it is so easy that it doesn't take any time, so you can do it with your family when you gather for Eid as a fun activity.
10. Sweet Goulash Rolls
Ingredients:
- 1 pack of goulash
- Cool syrup
- An good amount of crushed nuts
- 1/3 cup of melted butter
Get to know the steps of the recipe from here
11. Chocolate Truffles with dates
Ingredients:
14 medjool dates, pitted
1/2 cup nuts (any kind)
3/4 cup finely ground nuts
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon salt
Cocoa, sprinkles, and flaked coconut for topping
Get to know the steps of the recipe from here
12. Kunafa Rolls
Ingredients:
- 1/2 kilo kunafa
- 2 cups butter
- 2 cups syrup
- Filling (nuts or you can replace it with cream)
Get to know the steps of the recipe from here
13. Baklava
Ingredients:
- 1 phyllo dough package (leave it to defrost at room temperature)
- 2 cups walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup melted butter (for the walnuts)
- 2 cups of melted butter (for the phyllo)
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 Tbsp cinnamon
- 2 cups of sugar
- 1 cup of water
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
