There is something about Armenian desserts that just makes them irresistible.
Maybe it’s the mix of sweet and tart flavors or the way they are so light and fluffy.
No matter what it is, one thing is for sure: you will never be able to eat just one!
So, prepare yourself to experience a slice of heaven!
Armenian desserts are as varied as the country’s landscape, with sweet treats to suit every taste.
The most famous Armenian dessert is probably paklava, a flaky pastry filled with nuts and clove-infused syrup.
Another favorite is halva, a confection made from sesame seeds and honey.
Armenian chocolate truffles are an irresistible treat for those with a weakness for chocolate.
And, of course, no Armenian meal would be complete without a cup of strong coffee or Turkish tea.
Whether you prefer traditional or modern desserts, there is sure to be an Armenian dessert to suit your taste.
From Armenian Sweet Barley Pudding and Matzoon Cookies to Eggless Armenian Nutmeg Cake and Armenian Gata, there is something here for everyone to enjoy.
Remember to check out #12 on this list, as it’s a dessert sure to impress baklava lovers!
This delectable pastry is made of a light, flaky dough filled with a mixture of chopped walnuts and sugar.
The dough is similar to phyllo or puff pastry and is traditionally made by hand.
However, the store-bought dough can be used as a shortcut.
The filling is simple but flavorful, and the dough bakes light and crispy.
Nazook makes a delectable dessert or snack and is sure to smile at any diner’s face.
So go ahead and give this tasty treat a try—you might just find yourself addicted!
Paklava is an Armenian dessert that is very similar to Greek baklava.
The primary difference between the two is in how they are sweetened.
Baklava is made with flaky, buttery layers of phyllo dough, a filling of cinnamon-spiced chopped walnuts, and an irresistibly clove-infused syrup.
This rich and decadent treat is a staple in Armenian families.
It is sure to resonate well with anyone who tries it.
If you’re looking for something special to add to your dessert table, give Paklava a try.
Armenian Nutmeg Cake is a delightful treat that is ideal for any occasion.
The cake is flavored with powdered nutmeg, and it has two layers.
The base is a biscuit layer, and the top layer is a cake layer.
The cake is often decorated with nuts or fruits, making it a visually stunning dessert.
Armenian Nutmeg Cake is typically served with coffee or tea, making it a great dessert to enjoy with friends or family.
Apricots and almonds are a pairing made in heaven, and these crescent cookies are the proof.
The rich, buttery pastry is flecked with almond flour for a hint of nuttiness, and the filling is made with apricot jam.
A simple dusting of confectioners’ sugar completes these delicate cookies.
Gata is a pastry that is popular in Armenia.
It is similar to croissants and rugelach but has a unique flavor.
The pastry is crisp outside and then flaky on the inside.
It is also filled with spirals of vanilla-laced sweetness.
This makes it a delightful dessert to eat any time of year.
In addition, gata is usually served with coffee or tea, making it an ideal treat to enjoy after a meal.
Gata can be enjoyed plain or dusted with powdered sugar, but no matter how you eat it, it’s sure to enthrall diners.
So, if you’re craving a genuinely unique pastry experience, try gata.
Making bourma is all about the technique, and the unique tool you need is a wooden skewer, dowel, or chopstick.
The key to getting that perfect crispy scrunched phyllo pastry is all in the folds.
You’ll want to fold the phyllo dough repeatedly until it’s nice and thin.
Then, it’s time to fill it with chopped nuts and drizzle it with sugary syrup.
The final touch is a splash of fresh lemon juice, which adds zesty flavor to the syrup, balancing both the pastry’s sweetness and the rich, buttery walnuts.
This cake is all that you desire in a superb dessert.
It’s got all the comforting flavors of cinnamon and apples, but it’s also light and decadent, thanks to the addition of walnuts.
And the best part is it comes together with just one bowl and one whisk.
So go ahead and submit to your dessert desires.
Just be warned that this cake is so good that you might have difficulty stopping at just one piece.
Armenian people love their sweet soup, and they are not alone!
This dish has become a favorite in many cultures.
The traditional recipe calls for barley, which is slowly cooked in water until it forms a thick paste.
Sugar, fruits, and nuts are added to create a mouthwatering pudding.
The pudding is then left to cool and served with a dollop of cream.
While the dish takes quite some time to prepare, it is well worth the effort, especially when shared with loved ones.
This Armenian-Style Layer Cake is a terrific dessert for any special occasion!
Three layers of rich, moist cake are sandwiched together with coffee whipped cream and chocolate ganache, making for a decadent treat sure to wow any sweet tooth.
The rich chocolate ganache is made with dark chocolate and heavy cream, and the coffee whipped cream is made with freshly brewed coffee, sugar, and heavy cream.
Both are lovely additions to the moist, fluffy cake layers.
This cake is suitable for a birthday, anniversary, or any other special occasion.
One taste of this, and they’ll be asking for seconds!
There’s nothing like a tart, juicy cranberry to add a little zing to your plate.
But what if you could enjoy the mouth-puckering flavor of cranberries with a twist?
That’s where the Citrus Cranberry Nazook comes in.
This unique dish features the tang of cranberries, resulting in a refreshing treat.
So next time you’re looking for something new to try, remember when life gives you lemons, make Citrus Cranberry Nazook!
Kourabia is a type of Armenian Shortbread Cookie that is absolutely yummy.
These are made with butter, flour, sugar, and eggs and have a gorgeous melt-in-your-mouth texture.
These cookies are ideal for the holidays, as they are decadent and festive.
They can also make for an excellent post-meal treat as they pair well with tea or coffee.
If you want a unique cookie to add to your repertoire, look no further than Kourabia!
12. Cheese Kunafa
I’m a big fan of phyllo dough recipes, and this Armenian Kunafa is living proof!
The recipe features a creamy ricotta filling and clove-infused syrup, which both go with the shredded phyllo dough.
Enjoy this Cheese Kunafa within a day or two of baking, and since it’s not as firm as paklava, eat it with a fork!
13. Matzoon Cookies
These Matzoon Cookies are surprisingly similar to muffin tops!
These treats offer a cakey, muffin-like interior with sugary, crisp, and golden brown edges.
And oh, they’re stuffed with crunchy walnuts, which are incredibly addictive.
This Anoush Abour is a divine sweet that is a fitting end to your Christmas holiday!
The recipe combines whole wheat, raisins, and apricots, then finishes with a flavorful mixture of toasted nuts.
The toasted nuts add a beautiful nutty flavor and texture to the dish, while the pomegranate seeds bring both tart and sweet undertones.
So, prepare the ingredients to create this true one-of-a-kind dessert.
15. Ponchik
Ponchik is a sumptuous and popular Armenian dessert that is typically filled with sweet custard.
But in this recipe, it’s filled with egg white, plum jam, and rose petal jam.
Yum!
This treat requires effort and time to put together, but the final result is truly worth it.
Freeze the donuts for later frying, but I recommend eating them fresh.
The bottom line
Armenian desserts are incredibly sublime.
From sumptuous baklava to flaky saragli, there’s something here that guests will thank you for.
So next time you’re looking for a unique and noteworthy dessert, remember to give Armenian desserts a try!
BEST Armenian Dessert Collection 😋
If you're looking for unique and noteworthy desserts, remember to give these easy Armenian desserts a try!
Ingredients
- Nazook (Puff Pastry With Walnut Filling)
- Paklava (Armenian Baklava)
- Eggless Armenian Nutmeg Cake
- Apricot Crescent Cookies
- Armenian Gata
- Bourma (Armenian Phyllo Pastry With Walnuts)
- Armenian Apple Chunk Cake
- Armenian Sweet Barley Pudding
- Armenian Layer Cake
- Citrus Cranberry Nazook
- Kourabia (Armenian Shortbread Cookie)
- Cheese Kunafa
- Matzoon Cookies
- Anoush Abour (Armenian Christmas Pudding)
- Ponchik
Instructions
- Skim through our Armenian Desserts list.
- Select the recipe you’re looking for.
- Prep the ingredients as instructed.
- Spill your thoughts on our Facebook page!