Ramadan desserts

Ramadan Desserts | Qatayef, Kunafa, Baklava, and drinks

Ramadan desserts

Ramadan is a special time of the year for Muslims, and desserts are an essential part of the Ramadan experience. In the Arab world, there are many delicious desserts that are enjoyed during Ramadan. So, we will tell you some of the most popular Arab desserts in Ramadan.

Ramadan desserts

There are various desserts such as:

Qatayef Ramadan dessert

Qatayef Ramadan dessert

Qatayef is one of the popular Arabic desserts that is enjoyed throughout the Arab world during Ramadan. It is a sweet stuffed pancake that is filled with a mixture of nuts, sugar, and sometimes cheese. Besides, it is one of the Egyptian Ramadan desserts. So, here is a recipe for Qatayef that you can try at home:

Ingredients of Qatayef

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon active dry yeast

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 cups warm water

1 tablespoon sugar

1 tablespoon rose water

1/4 cup finely chopped pistachios

Another 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts

1/4 cup sugar syrup

Oil for frying

Instructions for making Qatayef

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, baking powder, and also salt. Mix well.
  • Gradually add the warm water, sugar, and also rose water to the flour mixture. Mix until the batter is smooth.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the chopped pistachios, walnuts, and also sugar syrup. Mix well.
  • Heat oil over medium heat in another pan.
  • Pour a spoonful of the batter onto the frying pan to make a small pancake.
  • Cook the pancake for about 1-2 minutes or until the surface is bubbly and the bottom is lightly golden.
  • Remove the pancake from the pan and place it on a plate.
  • Spoon some of the nut mixtures onto the center of the pancake.
  • Fold the pancake in half and pinch the edges to seal.
  • Repeat this process with the remaining batter and also nut mixture.
  • Fry the stuffed pancakes in hot oil until they are golden brown.
  • Remove the pancakes from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain.
  • Serve the Qatayef warm and drizzle with additional sugar syrup if desired.

Kunafa Ramadan desserts

Kunafa Ramadan desserts

Kunafa is one of the sweetest cheese pastry that is soaked in a sweet syrup. It is a popular Arabic dessert in many Arab countries and is often served during Ramadan. Here is a recipe for Kunafa that you can try at home:

Ingredients of Kunafa

1 package of shredded phyllo dough (kataifi)

Melted butter 1 1/2 cups

1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1 1/2 cups shredded akkawi cheese

1/2 cup sugar

1/4 cup water

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/4 cup chopped pistachios

Instructions for making Kunafa

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  • In a mixing bowl, mix the mozzarella cheese and akkawi cheese together.
  • Cut the kataifi dough into smaller pieces.
  • Using your hands, mix the kataifi dough and melted butter together.
  • Grease a 9-inch baking dish with butter.
  • Press half of the kataifi mixture into the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Spread the cheese mixture evenly on top of the kataifi layer.
  • Top the cheese layer with the remaining kataifi mixture and press down gently.
  • Bake the kunafa for 30-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
  • While the kunafa is baking, prepare the syrup by combining the sugar, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan.
  • Cook the syrup over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves and the syrup thickens.
  • Remove the syrup aside to cool.
  • Once the kunafa is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
  • Drizzle the syrup over the kunafa and top it with the chopped pistachios.
  • Serve the kunafa warm.

Baklava

Baclava Ramadan dessert

Baklava is a sweet pastry that is made from layers of phyllo pastry, chopped nuts, and honey or syrup. It is one of the best Ramadan desserts in many Arab countries, especially during Ramadan. Besides, It is also one of the middle eastern dessert recipes. Here is a recipe for Arabic Baklava that you can try at home as the following:

Ingredients of Baklava

1 package of phyllo dough, thawed

1 1/2 cups butter, melted

2 cups finely chopped mixed nuts (walnuts, almonds, and pistachios)

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

For the syrup:

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup water

1/2 cup honey

1 cinnamon stick

3-4 cloves

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions for making Baklava

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  • Mix the chopped nuts, sugar, cinnamon, and also cloves together in a bowl.
  • Grease the tray with melted butter.
  • Layer 8-10 sheets of phyllo dough in the baking dish, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
  • Spread half of the nut mixture over the top layer of phyllo dough.
  • Layer 4-6 sheets of phyllo dough on top of the nut mixture, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
  • Spread the remaining nut mixture over the top layer of phyllo dough.
  • Layer the remaining sheets of phyllo dough on top of the nut mixture, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
  • Cut the baklava into diamond pieces.
  • Bake the baklava for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
  • While the baklava is baking, prepare the syrup by combining the sugar, water, honey, cinnamon stick, cloves, and lemon juice in a saucepan.
  • Cook the syrup over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves and the syrup thickens.
  • Put the syrup aside to cool.
  • Once the baklava is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
  • Pour the syrup over the warm baklava, making sure to evenly distribute it.
  • Let the baklava soak up the syrup for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • These are just a few examples of the many delicious Arab desserts that are enjoyed during Ramadan. Each country and region have its own unique desserts and traditions, but one thing is for sure: sweets are an essential part of the Ramadan experience.

Ramadan drinks

There are many drinks during Ramadan such as:

  • Dates and milk.
  • Qamar al-Din.
  • Al-Khashaf.
  • Sobia.
  • Orchid.
  • Hibiscus.
  • Licorice.
  • Carob juice.

In conclusion, Ramadan is full of delicious food, however, it is not the main target for Muslims. Because it is the month of praying for God and fasting.

FAQs

Can you eat dessert during Ramadan?

Yes, after Iftar you can eat various Ramadan desserts that you want.

Can we eat sweets during fasting?

In Ramadan, it is not allowed to eat anything or even drink anything while fasting, however after Iftar, you can eat sweets.

What are the best Ramadan desserts?

It depends on your taste in the sweets, but there are many Arabic desserts that are the best such as Kunava with Mango and Qatayef.