38+ Best European Desserts That Are Irresistible

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From creamy tiramisu to delicate macarons, this European desserts post is your ultimate guide to indulging in the sweet treats of Europe.

From the delicate French macarons to the indulgent Italian tiramisu, European desserts offer a delightful array of flavors and textures.

Traditional British desserts like sticky toffee pudding and Eton mess bring a comforting sweetness to the table, while Eastern European treats such as French macarons and Italian Torta Caprese cake showcase intricate layers of flavors and craftsmanship.

Whether you have a penchant for creamy custards, flaky pastries, or fruity tarts, European desserts are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth with their irresistible charm.

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1. Panna Cotta- Italian
2. Parfait- French
3. Tartlets- French
4. Cream Puffs- French
5. Tiramisu Cups- Italian
6. Almond Biscotti- Italian
7. Chouquettes- French
8. Churros- Spanish
9. Chocolate Truffles- French
10. Linzer Cookies- Austrian
11. French Hot Chocolate- French
12. Galette- French
13. Baklava- Turkey
14. Mini Fruit Tarts With Pastry Cream- French
15. Burnt Basque Cheesecake- Spain
16. Torta Caprese- Italian
17. Mousse- French
18. Lemon Ricotta Cake- Italian
19. Compote- French
20. Bavarian Cream Donuts- German
21. Shortbread Cookies- UK
22. Bread Pudding- UK
23. Fraisier Cake- French
24. Palmiers- French
25. Mille Feuille- French
26. Macarons- French
27. Eton Mess- UK
28. Buche De Noel- French
29. Madeleines- French
30. Victoria Sponge Cake- UK
31. Oatmeal Lace Cookies- Swedish
32. Cannolis- Italian
33. Scottish Truffles- Scottish
34. Chimney Cake- Hungarian
35. Toffee Pudding- UK
36. German Chocolate Cake- German
37. Lemon Cream Gelato- Italian
38. Chocolate Croissants- French
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38+ Best European Desserts That Are Irresistible
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1. Panna Cotta- Italian

This chocolate Panna Cotta is a creamy, chocolaty, and delicious twist on the classic Italian Panna Cotta that will make you want more!

Chocolate Panna Cotta in a glass with whipped cream on top.

2. Parfait- French

This chocolate parfait is made with layers of rich chocolate mousse, velvety whipped cream, and crunchy chocolate cookie crumbs.

Chocolate mousse cups with oreo crumbs on top.

3. Tartlets- French

These mini chocolate tarts are made with a buttery shortcrust pastry and filled with a silky smooth and rich chocolate ganache.

4. Cream Puffs- French

These cream puffs are a classy french dessert made with choux pastry that is baked until golden brown, filled with whipped cream or pastry cream, and dipped in chocolate.

Close up shot of chocolate covered cream puff.

5. Tiramisu Cups- Italian

These individual tiramisu cups are an easy twist on the classic dessert, made with layers of creamy mascarpone, ladyfingers, and cocoa powder, this makes the perfect dessert!

Three tiramisu cups on a white backround.

6. Almond Biscotti- Italian

These easy almond biscotti are crunchy, full of almond flavor and toasted almonds, lightly sweet, and taste amazing next to a cup of hot coffee or tea!

7. Chouquettes- French

These easy and delicious chouquettes are small French pastries made with airy Choux pastry, and coated with crunchy pearl sugar.

8. Churros- Spanish

Churros are a popular fried dough pastry, which is dusted with cinnamon sugar and can be filled with delicious fillings like chocolate or caramel. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, churros are a delightful treat you can find in bakeries in Spain.

9. Chocolate Truffles- French

These chocolate truffles are made with only 4 ingredients, are rich in chocolate flavor, and can be covered in many different toppings

Single chocolate truffle with cocoa powder.

10. Linzer Cookies- Austrian

These Linzer cookies are shortbread cookies sandwiched with jam on the inside. These cookies will be the prettiest cookies on your baking tray, and they are melt in your mouth delicious!

11. French Hot Chocolate- French

This french hot chocolate is easy to make, silky, and rich in chocolate flavor. You will only need 10 minutes to make this Parisian style hot chocolate and a few simple ingredients.

Close up shot of a glass filled with french hot chocolate.

12. Galette- French

This decadent and easy cherry galette is made with a buttery flakey crust and filled with a delicious cherry filling.

13. Baklava- Turkey

This super delicious pistachio baklava is buttery, sweet, flakey, nutty, gooey, and surprisingly easy to make!

Close up shot of a stack of baklava on a white plate.

14. Mini Fruit Tarts With Pastry Cream- French

These mini fruit tarts are made with easy and buttery tart shells, filled with homemade pastry cream, and topped with fresh fruit

15. Burnt Basque Cheesecake- Spain

This San Sebastian cheesecake, also known as Spanish burnt cheesecake, is creamy and silky smooth and has a caramelized burnt top that is delish!

Slice of spanish cheesecake on a white plate.

16. Torta Caprese- Italian

This Torta Caprese is a famous Italian chocolate torte made with ground almonds, dark chocolate, cocoa powder, and whipped egg whites.

17. Mousse- French

This incredibly delicious mango mousse has a smooth and creamy texture and a sweet and tangy taste of fresh mangoes.

18. Lemon Ricotta Cake- Italian

Lemon ricotta cake is a citrus-infused treat that combines the tangy flavors of lemon with the creamy richness of ricotta cheese.

Slice of lemon ricotta cake pulled away from the cake.

19. Compote- French

This easy strawberry compote can be made with fresh or frozen strawberries, takes 20 minutes from start to finish, and is a perfect way to use up ripe strawberries!

20. Bavarian Cream Donuts- German

These Bavarian cream donuts are made with a soft and fluffy donut dough, rolled with sugar, and filled with decadent vanilla pastry cream.

21. Shortbread Cookies- UK

These chocolate dipped shortbread cookies are crispy, melt in your mouth deliciously, and are dipped in your favorite chocolate! These cookies are made with only 5 ingredients!

22. Bread Pudding- UK

This chocolate chip bread pudding is made with an easy custard made with eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, milk, and plenty of chocolate chips!

23. Fraisier Cake- French

Fraisier cake is a French strawberry cake that is made with a genoise sponge, strawberry syrup, filled with diplomat cream, and fresh strawberries.

24. Palmiers- French

These deliciously sweet and buttery Palmiers cookies are perfectly light, crispy, and crunchy perfection with each bite!

25. Mille Feuille- French

Mille Feuille is a classic dessert defined by its alternating flaky puff pastry layers and smooth vanilla cream filling.

26. Macarons- French

French macarons are delicate sandwich cookies with a crisp exterior. Each cookie is known as a macaron shell. The shells are made without any chemical leaveners and get all of their lift from properly beaten egg whites.

27. Eton Mess- UK

Raspberry Eton mess is a rustic and easy dessert. It’s made of whipped cream, raspberry compote, and crushed meringue cookies swirled and topped with fresh raspberries.

28. Buche De Noel- French

Yule Log or Bûche de Noël is a traditional French Christmas cake with a sponge-like texture that’s moist and delicious. Made with mascarpone cocoa whipped cream and covered in chocolate ganache, this cake is a festive delight.

29. Madeleines- French

These madeleines taste just like the ones you’d find in a Parisian boulangerie! These soft sea shell-shaped cookie cakes care so good with a cup of tea!

30. Victoria Sponge Cake- UK

This traditional British bake consists of a soft and light sponge, filled with whipped cream a layer of raspberry jam, and a generous dusting of icing sugar on top.

31. Oatmeal Lace Cookies- Swedish

These Swedish Oatmeal Lace Cookies are like nothing I've ever tried before. They are light, crispy, sweet, lacy and addictive! They are insanely easy to make and the whole process from start to finish takes less than 15 minutes.

32. Cannolis- Italian

An easy and delicious recipe for 5-Ingredient Cannolis! This classic Italian dessert is always a crowd-pleaser. So if you’ve been searching for a foolproof recipe for cannoli filling, this one’s for you!

33. Scottish Truffles- Scottish

These no-bake Scottish truffles are the most delicious little chocolate balls. Made with condensed milk, coconut, and crushed biscuits (or graham crackers), they're a perfect little delicious treat!

34. Chimney Cake- Hungarian

This authentic traditional Hungarian Chimney Cake Recipe (Kürtöskalács) has a crunchy sugary exterior and a soft and fluffy interior. You'll find this treat in every single tourist hotspot in Hungary.

35. Toffee Pudding- UK

Sticky Toffee Pudding is a rich and cozy cake laced with date puree and soaked in a sticky toffee sauce. A decadent, sweet, and comforting dessert that can be made up to 4 days ahead of time!

36. German Chocolate Cake- German

With a gooey pecan and coconut filling between layers of moist chocolate cake, all topped with rich chocolate buttercream, this decadent German Chocolate Cake recipe is a chocolate lover’s dream.

37. Lemon Cream Gelato- Italian

This Homemade Lemon Cream Gelato with a subtle citrus flavor and creamy texture is pure bliss and will cool you down on a hot day!

38. Chocolate Croissants- French

Ultra thin layers. Buttery crispness. Melted chocolate. Confectioners’ sugar dusting. Simple. Decadent. There’s absolutely nothing on earth better than a warm chocolate croissant unless that warm chocolate croissant was proudly handmade in your own kitchen.

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What is the famous dessert of Europe?

Europe is known for its wide variety of delicious desserts, but one of the most famous sweet treats that comes to mind is the classic French macaron.

Which country in Europe has the best pastries?

When it comes to delectable pastries, France is often hailed as the ultimate pastry paradise in Europe. From buttery croissants to delicate macarons, the French pastry scene is a true culinary delight for those with a sweet tooth.

Is pastry a European food?

Absolutely! Pastries have deep roots in European culinary traditions, with countries like France and Italy known for their delicious pastries. From flaky croissants to decadent tiramisu, European pastries are a delightful treat enjoyed worldwide.

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