List of Pakistani sweets and desserts
== List of Pakistani sweets and desserts ==
Pakistani cuisine is known for its rich and diverse flavors, and its sweets and desserts are no exception. The following is a list of popular sweets and desserts from Pakistan:
Barfi[edit]
Barfi is a dense, milk-based sweet confectionery. It is often flavored with fruits or nuts and is a popular treat during festivals and celebrations.
Gulab Jamun[edit]
Gulab Jamun is a classic dessert made from milk solids, which are kneaded into a dough, fried, and then soaked in a sugary syrup flavored with cardamom and rose water.
Jalebi[edit]
Jalebi is a sweet, spiral-shaped snack made from deep-fried batter, which is then soaked in sugar syrup. It is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.
Kheer[edit]
Kheer is a traditional rice pudding made by boiling rice with milk and sugar, and flavored with cardamom, raisins, saffron, and nuts.
Kulfi[edit]
Kulfi is a popular frozen dairy dessert that is similar to ice cream but denser and creamier. It is often flavored with cardamom, saffron, or pistachio.
Laddu[edit]
Laddu is a ball-shaped sweet made from flour, ghee, and sugar, often flavored with cardamom and garnished with nuts or dried fruits.
Ras Malai[edit]
Ras Malai consists of soft paneer (cheese) balls soaked in sweetened, thickened milk flavored with cardamom and garnished with nuts.
Sheer Khurma[edit]
Sheer Khurma is a vermicelli pudding made with milk, dates, and nuts, traditionally prepared during the festival of Eid.
Soan Papdi[edit]
Soan Papdi is a flaky, square-shaped sweet made from gram flour, sugar, ghee, and cardamom, with a texture that melts in the mouth.
Sohan Halwa[edit]
Sohan Halwa is a traditional sweet made from wheat flour, sugar, ghee, and milk, often flavored with cardamom and garnished with nuts.
Zarda[edit]
Zarda is a sweet rice dish made with saffron, sugar, and aromatic spices, often garnished with nuts and dried fruits.
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