European Dessert Recipes

Welcome to our European Dessert Recipes board! Indulge in a sweet journey through Eastern, Northern, Southern, and Western Europe with our collection of traditional and easy desserts. From decadent pastries to delightful confections, discover the rich and diverse flavors of European sweets. Let's explore the sweet side of Europe together!
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Chocolate Basque Cheesecake
Chocolate Basque Cheesecake is the epitome of indulgence—a rich, dense, and crustless dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. With its creamy dark chocolate interior, this luxurious treat from San Sebastián is an elegant choice that will impress any dessert lover.
Chokladbollar - Swedish Chocolate Balls
Delight in Chokladbollar, a classic Swedish treat made with cocoa powder, oats, sugar, butter, and strong coffee. This no-bake recipe for chocolate balls is perfect for a fika, the Swedish tradition of enjoying coffee with a sweet treat. Simple to make at home and popular with kids, they can be found in Swedish bakeries, cafes, and Ikea.
Speculoos Tiramisu (Biscoff Tiramisu)
Indulge in Ch’tiramisu, a luxurious Northern French version of Biscoff Tiramisu featuring Biscoff cookies and Biscoff cookie butter. This no-bake dessert is quick and easy, requiring only 15 minutes of prep time. Safe for pregnancy as it excludes raw eggs, it can be served in individual glasses or a large dish for a stunning presentation. Ideal for Biscoff lovers seeking a new twist on a classic dessert with French-inspired elegance.
Fruity Flapjacks
Indulge in the perfect Fruity Flapjacks with this easy-to-follow recipe. In the UK, flapjacks come in various forms, but this recipe focuses on creating chewy, moist fruit flapjacks with beautifully crispy edges. Fresh out of the oven, they have a soft, gooey texture that gradually firms up, resulting in a moist, sticky treat. The golden syrup adds a caramelised richness and perfect sweetness.
Chocolate Tiffin
Treat yourself to the deliciousness of Scottish chocolate tiffin, a simple no-bake traybake combining raisins, crushed biscuits, and pure milk chocolate. Forget cocoa powder; we're using melted chocolate for a richer taste. Salted peanuts and glace cherries enhance the flavor and add a festive touch. Perfect for any occasion, especially during the holiday season, this tiffin is sure to delight everyone.
Tinginys - Lithuanian Lazy Cookies
Delight in Tinginys, the classic Lithuanian Lazy Cookies that are a breeze to make and utterly delicious! This no-bake recipe is economical and requires minimal effort, ready in just 10 minutes. Customize with peanuts and chocolate chips for added crunch and chocolatey flavor. Ideal for tea-time enjoyment, surprising lunch boxes, or convenient picnic snacks—a versatile homemade treat loved by all!
Biscoff Slices
Delight in these easy-to-make Biscoff slices—scrumptious and satisfying! Made with crunchy Lotus biscuits, velvety Biscoff spread, creamy white chocolate, golden syrup, and butter, they're a no-bake wonder resembling a cake-like traybake. Each slice offers intense Biscoff flavor, ensuring they're dangerously moreish. Perfect for gifting in a stylish box to Biscoff enthusiasts who appreciate a delicious homemade treat.
Eve's Pudding
Relive nostalgic British flavours with Eve's Pudding. This classic dessert features a warmly spiced, caramelised layer of apples under a sweet vanilla sponge, finished with warm custard, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream. Our recipe adds cinnamon, nutmeg, and light brown sugar for a beautifully caramelised apple layer. Ideal for a warm Christmas pudding, or on chilly Autumn days!
Gypsy Creams Recipe
Gypsy Creams are a nostalgic delight that you can easily make at home! These light, crunchy oat biscuits with a vanilla cream filling are a favorite for many. The perfect mix of an oaty crunch and a creamy filling, they are very easy to make, even if you're a novice. Add your own twist by changing up the filling or adding spices, nuts, or a chocolate drizzle.
Biscoff milkshake
Whip up this indulgent Biscoff milkshake using just four ingredients: Biscoff cookie spread, vanilla ice cream, double cream, and whole milk. Blend all the ingredients together and pour into a glass for a delightful drink. The milkshake, with hints of cinnamon and caramel, is like the love child of a vanilla milkshake and Biscoff spread. Perfect for a hot summer's day, a dessert, or a fun element at kids' parties.
Jamaican Ginger Cake
Discover the secret to the best Sticky Jamaican Ginger Cake with this recipe. This sticky British sheet cake is much tastier than McVities ginger loaf. It's dark, moist, warming, and oh-so-delicious! Plus, it gets better with age. Contains all the warming spices like ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Our easy step-by-step guide makes it very easy to bake. Perfect for any occasion or holiday!
Jam and Coconut Sponge
Revisit the flavors of 1980s Britain with our Jam and Coconut sponge cake! This classic treat features a feather-light, moist vanilla traybake topped with raspberry jam and a sprinkle of desiccated coconut. Our easy recipe, along with step-by-step instructions and helpful photos, makes it simple to bake this nostalgic and crowd-pleasing cake with confidence, even for novice bakers.
Swedish Thumbprint Cookies
Discover the traditional Swedish Thumbprint Cookies, also called Hallongrottor in Sweden. These cookies are so easy to make and absolutely delicious. This recipe uses the traditional raspberry jam filling, but you can use any of your favorite fillings like chocolate or cream cheese. Leave them plain or decorate with a drizzle of icing. Perfect for the Christmas cookie tin, and you can make them round or heart-shaped!
Tottenham Cake
Celebrate tradition with our Tottenham cake recipe, a British classic that's been a teatime favorite for over 100 years! This easy recipe features a feather-light, moist vanilla sponge topped with cheerful pink icing made from blueberries or raspberries. Our simple, everyday ingredients and step-by-step instructions with photos make this economical and butter-free traybake a delight to make and enjoy.
Creme Patissiere
Enjoy the versatility of French pastry cream with this easy recipe. Ideal for cream puffs, tarts, and trifles, this pastry cream takes less than 10 minutes to make. You can adjust the flavour by adding your favourite extracts, making it suit various desserts. This custard also forms the base for other fantastic creams like crème légère, crème diplomat, crème chiboust and crème mousseline.