Easy Ramadan desserts to make at home super delicious

Today, I felt like doing something different in the kitchen, so I thought, why not try making some Ramadan desserts? It’s always fun to explore new recipes, especially when they’re tied to such a special time of the year. I rolled up my sleeves and got to work, not really knowing what to expect but excited to see how it would all turn out.

First, I decided to tackle Baklava. I’ve always loved its rich, sweet flavor and crispy texture. I carefully laid out the thin phyllo sheets, brushing each one with melted butter. It was a bit of a tedious process, but seeing the layers stack up was pretty satisfying. I sprinkled a generous amount of crushed pistachios between the layers and popped it in the oven. The smell of it baking was simply heavenly.

Easy Ramadan desserts to make at home super delicious
  • Get the phyllo dough ready.
  • Melt some butter.
  • Lay out the sheets, buttering each one.
  • Add the crushed pistachios.
  • Bake until golden brown.

While the baklava was baking, I moved on to Basbousa. I’d heard it’s a beloved Middle Eastern cake, and I was curious to try my hand at it. I mixed the semolina with sugar, yogurt, and a bit of coconut. The batter was thick and grainy, which I learned is exactly how it should be. I poured it into a pan, scored the top into diamond shapes, and baked it. Once it was out, I drizzled it with a simple syrup that I made with sugar, water, and a squeeze of lemon juice. It soaked up the syrup beautifully, making the cake incredibly moist and flavorful.

Making Basbousa

  • Mix semolina, sugar, yogurt, and coconut.
  • Pour into a pan and score the top.
  • Bake it.
  • Make a simple syrup.
  • Drizzle the syrup over the baked cake.

Feeling a bit adventurous, I decided to try a modern twist with a Vimto Chocolate Mousse Tart with Vimto Caramel. This was a bit more complex, but I was up for the challenge. I made a smooth chocolate mousse, infused with the unique flavor of Vimto. For the caramel, I reduced Vimto with sugar until it thickened into a rich, dark syrup. Assembling the tart was fun – layering the mousse and caramel in a pre-baked tart shell. It looked so elegant and tasted even better.

I also tried some Kunafa. I’d say it’s a cheese pastry soaked in sweet, sugar-based syrup. I baked it and was enjoying the time I spent in the kitchen. The results were amazing, and I realized the charm of those desserts is truly irresistible.

By the end of the day, my kitchen was a mess, but it was totally worth it. I had a table full of delicious Ramadan desserts that I was proud to have made from scratch. Sharing them with my family and seeing their reactions was the best part. It’s moments like these that make all the effort in the kitchen worthwhile. I can’t wait to try more recipes and continue this sweet journey!

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