The Definitive Guide to Living in the Capital , Cairo , Egypt

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Each Ramadan brings with it an array of surprising twists to our favourite desserts. With quirky concoctions that blend familiar flavours with unexpected ingredients, these weird Ramadan desserts have become a beloved tradition. However, with so many tempting options, it’s nearly impossible to try them all. With this in mind, we have curated a list of the top six Ramadan desserts you must try this year!

Canelé’s Honeycomb Salted Caramel Kunafa (650 EGP)

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Of all the original inventions this year, Canelé’s Honeycomb Salted Caramel Kunafa is a standout masterpiece. It begins with a luscious foundation of rich crème brûlée and salted caramel. Nestled atop this velvety base is the crispy kunafa, which adds a satisfying crunch to each bite. To crown this masterpiece, a delicate drizzle of salted caramel blends with the honeycomb and hazelnut croquant, creating a harmonious blend of sweet and salty.

Breadfast’s Banana Pudding Basbousa (420 EGP)

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In this artistic fusion, tender morsels of homemade vanilla wafers are delicately interspersed with fragments of basbousa and then enrobed in a luxurious blanket of creamy banana pudding, transporting you to a place where tradition and innovation meet.

Salé Sucré’s Basbousa Flan (450 EGP)

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For this outlandish yet divine concoction, a delectable basbousa sits as the canvas, adorned with a velvety flan layer cascading over its golden surface. Fresh cream swirls gracefully while a luscious Dulce de Leche is drizzled over it, creating a tantalising medley of flavours.

Crème’s Fuji Melt (590 EGP)

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This sweet marvel boasts a kunafa base, delicately paired with a rich fudge cake, then accentuated by a luxurious Belgian chocolate disk. In this masterpiece, each bite you indulge in is elevated with a drizzle of caramel sauce and the satisfying crunch of toasted almonds.

Sultana’s Break It Cake (490 EGP)

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Almost everyone agrees that this creation is a must-try this Ramadan—and for good reason! After delicately cracking its chocolate surface, you reveal a rich caramel layer, followed by the tantalising crunch of the kunafa with the velvety feel of chocolate brownies, and finally, the creamy lusciousness of their iconic chocolate ice cream, offering you a journey of indulgence.

TBS’ Basmoula Maakousa (625-650 EGP)

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In 2019, TBS introduced their basmoula, a compatible match between basbousa and maamoul. This year, however, their basmoula has turned upside down—quite literally—to form an even more compatible match between crumbled pieces of basmoula and extra cream, all enhanced with your flavour of choice, whether that be strawberry, mango, dried apricot, Lotus, or Nutella.