Spanish Desserts – Some Of The Best Spanish Desserts

Spanish desserts are truly amazing and evidently there is a sweet shop in every corner in Spain. Passing by, you will see a various beautiful, delicious styles of sweets.. Combined with the aroma as you walk by, it is difficult not to step in for a better look and taste. Besides fancy pastries, there’s lots of classic or conventional Spanish desserts, so this list carries some of very loved sweets in Spain.

Mantecados – Traditional Spanish Crumble Cakes Say “mantecados” to a Spaniard and observe their eyes expand recollecting those rich crumbly cookies they feast on at Christmas. They are a real favorite. And, not surprisingly – they’re so tender, the can literally melt in your mouth. Light, with a soft anise flavor, words cannot do them justice. You will probably have to personally make them to see why they’re a Spanish favorite and why no Spanish home is without “mantecados” during Christmas!

Turrn – Spanish Almond Candy Turrn is a very old, conventional dessert of Moorish (Arabic) foundation. This Spanish Almond Candy or Nougat is a traditional Christmas treat in Spain. Made largely from honey and almonds, it comes in a large assortment of textures and flavors.

Flan – Custard with Caramel Sauce Vanilla egg custard, topped with caramel sauce is one of the most popular desserts, served anywhere in Spain.

Catalan Cream – Crema Catalana “Crema Catalana” or Catalan Cream is the Catalan form of the creamy and soft “crme brule.” It is also known as “Crema de Sant Joseph” or St. Joseph’s Cream, historically prepared on March 19th, St. Joseph’s Day. (St. Joseph’s Day is Father’s Day in Spain and other Catholic countries.)

Spanish Churros

Polvorones – Almond Cookies Rich and flaky, these conventional “polvorones” is a delicious cookie, particularly favored in the Christmas season. Like the name suggests, they’re “dusty” – very rich and basically melt in your mouth!

Churros – Spanish Fritters “Churros” are fritters that seem like large French fries, but taste very different. The best way to describe them is to say that they are the Spanish equal of doughnuts. Instead of a ring like a doughnut, “churros” are long and straight and generally have ridges. They’re sliced into lengths and topped with honey or sugar. Served with thick hot chocolate, they’re certainly a favorite late-night Spanish dessert or even breakfast!

For additional information and videos on the various spanish dessert recipes please visit Spanish Dessert Recipes. You might also want to take a look at a few of the popular Spanish Recipes

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