Turkiye’s Antakya Künefesi Leads ‘100 Best Desserts’ List In 2026; THESE Indian Sweets Rank Too

Indian food already rules hearts across the globe, and our desserts are clearly stealing the spotlight now as well. From rich and creamy to melt-in-the-mouth treats, Indian sweets have now earned a proud place on the ‘100 Best Desserts to Taste In 2026’ list by TasteAtlas. As we step into 2026, these globally celebrated desi desserts deserve a spot on your must-try list too. 

Indian Desserts That Made It To The Best Desserts List

 

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A meal often feels incomplete without dessert, and many of us already have our favourites—especially the classic and iconic ones. In TasteAtlas’ ‘100 Best Desserts to Taste In 2026’ list, two Indian desserts have proudly made the cut. One of them is the much-loved kulfi, which stands at the 49th position.

Kulfi is a traditional Indian ice cream made by slowly cooking full-cream milk until it turns thick and rich. This slow process gives it a nutty, caramel-like flavour. It is set in cone-shaped moulds and flavoured with pistachio, saffron, rose water, or fruits. Kulfi is believed to have originated during the Mughal era in the Himalayan region.

The other Indian dessert on the list is phirni, which ranked on the 60th spot. Also known as rice pudding, phirni is made by cooking ground rice in milk and flavouring it with cardamom, saffron, and almonds. Popular in North India, it is often prepared during festivals like Diwali and Karwa Chauth. It is served chilled in clay bowls and topped with nuts, rose petals, and sometimes silver leaf for a rich finish.

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Desserts That You Should Try In 2026

Many other famous desserts from across the world have made it to TasteAtlas’ list. The dish that topped the list is Antakya künefesi from Türkiye. This is a traditional Turkish dessert made with shredded phyllo pastry and a rich filling of unsalted cheese. The most viral tiramisu and kunafa are also on the list. Here’s the full list—

1. Antakya künefesi, Turkiye
2. Clotted cream ice cream, England
3. Gelato al pistacchio, Italy
4. Strudel, Italy
5. Gaziantep baklavası, Turkiye
6. Fıstıklı sarma, Turkiye
7. Tembleque, Puerto Rico
8. Crêpes sucrées, France
9. Tinginys, Lithuania
10. Pão de Ló de Ovar, Portugal
11. Cremolada, Peru
12. Kladdkaka, Sweden
13. Pavê, Brazil
14. Pisang goreng, Indonesia
15. Carlota de limón, Mexico
16. Vánoční cukroví, Czech Republic
17. Nutella crêpes, France
18. Bambalouni, Tunisia
19. Kunāfah, Egypt
20. Soufflé au chocolat, France
21. Dondurma, Turkiye
22. Frozen custard, United States of America
23. Gazta tarta, Spain
24. Khanom khrok, Thailand
25. Sfenj, Morocco
26. Turrón de Doña Pepa, Peru
27. Dulce de leche, Argentina
28. Tiramisù, Italy
29. Kaiserschmarrn, Austria
30. Mousse de maracujá, Brazil
31. Pączki, Poland
32. Melomakarona, Greece
33. Papanași, Romania
34. Marcinek, Poland
35. Sfakianopita, Greece
36. Valašský frgál, Czech Republic
37. Klepon, Indonesia
38. Makroud el louse, Algeria
39. Melopita, Greece
40. Chomchom, Bangladesh
41. Crème brûlée, France
42. Sernik, Poland
43. Liège waffle, Belgium
44. Syrniki, Russia
45. Fırın sütlaç, Turkiye
46. Yiaourti me meli, Greece
47. Pudim de leite condensado, Brazil
48. Gelato alla nocciola, Italy
49. Kulfi, India
50. Nonnevot, Netherlands

Which of these desserts is your favourite? Tell us in the comments below!

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