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1701 BCE
Baklava
One of the most well known deserts in the world is the sweetest Baklava. It is made with multiple layers of filo dough and sweet syrup. -
1401 BCE
Sutlach
Sutlach is basically a rice pudding dessert. The main ingredients of sutlach are: rice, water or milk, cinnamon or raisins. -
1237 BCE
Halva
There are two types of Halva desserts in the Turkish cuisine. The first is consists of sugar, starch, butter, and nuts in addition.
The second halva consists of flour and butter with semolina halva and they are served on special occasions like weddings and for religious gatherings. -
1201 BCE
Lokma
Lokmas are sweet Turkish mini donuts that are deep fried in oil and then covered with sweet syrup. It is originated in Izmir, Turkey. -
900 BCE
Kunefe
Kunefe is a traditional crispy sweet Arab dessert that's popular in Turkey. It is served hot and consists of: Sugar, Cheese, Pistachio or walnuts, Rose water, and Kaymak. -
1401
Kazandibi
Kazandibi is a caramelized milk pudding that's served with black tea. It is originated from the Ottoman palace. -
1450
Tavukgogsu
This specific dessert is very similar to the rice pudding, however this one is made with shredded chicken breast instead of rice. It was one of the most delicate desserts that was served in the Ottoman palace. -
Kaymaklı Kayısı
This is not a typical ice cream. This is a stretchy Turkish ice cream that's sweetened and flavored with aromatic mastic and thickened with sales. -
Turkish Delight
Turkish delight is also considered to be a lokum. It is basically a candy that's made of starch and sugar. Other additional ingredients are added for flavor. -
Ashure
Ashure is a traditional Turkish dessert porridge that's consists of mixture of grains, fruits, nuts, and dried fruits. It is traditionally made during the first month of the Islamic calendar, Muharram.