Spanish Sweets – Few Of The Very Popular Spanish Desserts

Spanish desserts are truly amazing and it seems that there is a sweet shop in every corner in Spain. Passing by, you will see a variety of beautiful, mouth-watering varieties of sweets.. Combined with the aroma as you walk by, it is tough to not step in for a better look and taste. Along with splendid pastries, there are a lot classic or traditional Spanish desserts, so this list carries some of very loved sweets in Spain.

Mantecados – Traditional Spanish Crumble Cakes Say “mantecados” to a Spaniard and watch their eyes widen recollecting those rich crumbly cookies they eat at Christmas. They are a true favorite. And, no wonder – they’re so tender, the can literally melt in your mouth. Light, with a fine anise essence, words can’t do them justice. You will need to personally prepare them to find out why they’re a Spanish favorite and why no Spanish home is without “mantecados” at Christmas!

Turrn – Spanish Almond Candy Turrn is a very old, traditional sweet of Moorish (Arabic) origin. This Spanish Almond Candy or Nougat is a traditional Christmas treat in Spain. Prepared largely from honey and almonds, it comes in a large array of flavors and textures.

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

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

Polvorones – Almond Cookies Classy and flaky, these conventional “polvorones” is a delicious cookie, particularly well-liked during the Christmas season. As the name suggests, they are “dusty” – very rich and basically melt in your mouth!

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

For further information and videos on the various spanish desserts please check out Spanish Dessert Recipes. You may also want to take a look at a few of the famous Spanish Recipes