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10 Foreign Desserts Popular in India

MOCHI ICE CREAM

(Japan)

Mochi ice cream, where ice cream is wrapped in a layer of chewy rice dough, is a unique and popular dessert in India.

MACARONS

(France)

These delicate French almond meringue cookies with various fillings are enjoyed as a sophisticated dessert.

CHEESECAKE

(Greece)

Creamy cheesecakes with various toppings and flavors have made their mark on Indian dessert menus.

DONUT

(USA)

Donuts are fried pastries with a variety of glazes and fillings. They have many local variations in India.

CROISSANT

(France)

These flaky, buttery pastries are widely enjoyed in India, often served plain or filled with chocolate or almond paste.

TIRAMISU

(Italy)

This dessert made of layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cheese is a favourite among dessert lovers in India.

BAKLAVA

(Turkey)

It is a sweet pastry made of layers of filo dough, nuts, and honey. It is relished in India for its rich flavors and textures.

MOUSSE

(France)

Chocolate mousse and other flavours are popular in India, and appreciated for their light and airy texture.

CANNOLI

(Italy)

Cannolis are crisp pastry shells filled with sweet ricotta cheese and often studded with chocolate chips.

BABKA

(Eastern Europe)

It is a sweet braided bread often swirled with chocolate or cinnamon. It has found its way into Indian bakeries and cafes.