December in Dubai means one thing: dessert season is absolutely EXPLODING with jaw-dropping creations. These dubai desserts are breaking the internet and emptying plates faster than they can be refilled. This festive season, Dubai’s bakeries and cafés are serving up eight absolutely unhinged, viral-worthy desserts that have everyone talking, posting, and coming back for more. If you’re not trying these eight creations before the year ends, you’re literally missing out on the dessert event of the season. Ready to embark on the sweetest adventure Dubai has to offer?
Top 8 Viral Dubai Desserts To Put In Your Festive Checklist
1. Tiramisu from Public
When it comes to iconic Dubai desserts, Public’s Tiramisu has become legendary. Positioned as one of the best in the city, this Italian-inspired masterpiece features perfectly layered mascarpone cream and coffee-soaked ladyfingers that deliver an authentic taste experience. The café’s ambiance makes it an ideal destination for a refined festive indulgence, whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or treating yourself during the holiday season.
- Price: AED 36
2. Classic Banana Pudding from Magnolia
Magnolia Bakery’s Classic Banana Pudding brings a nostalgic American classic to the heart of Dubai. This creamy delight combines ripe bananas, silky vanilla cream, and signature vanilla wafers, a combination that has made this dessert world-famous. Available at multiple locations, including Dubai Festival City Mall, this dessert is ideal as a party bowl for festive gatherings.
- Price: AED 35
3. Dreamcake from Chunk Bakehouse
The Chocolate Dreamcake from Chunk Bakehouse is nothing short of a magnificent Dubai dessert that you should try. This spectacular creation features a crisp chocolate shell that shatters dramatically upon the first bite. Underneath lies a whisper-thin dark chocolate sponge foundation. This festive season, you can try their Daisymallow Chunk Dreamcake in collaboration with Chupa Chups.
- Price: AED 189
4. Cakes from Chocomelt
Chocomelt isn’t just a café; it’s a chocolate sanctuary, and its cake selection features some of Dubai’s finest confectionery. Signature offerings include The Chocomelt Cake (TCC), featuring a blend of chocolate praline and creamy milk chocolate, buttery biscuits, and artisanal wafers, all paired with a velvety milk chocolate sauce. The Matilda Cake combines moist chocolate cake with homemade Nutella namelaka and marshmallow crunch, while It’s Nutella brings together rich, creamy Nutella with Belgian chocolate and a special Nutella mascarpone sauce.
- Price: AED 330
5. Luqaimat
No festive exploration of Dubai desserts is complete without lugaimat, the iconic Emirati sweet that literally translates to ‘little bites’. These golden, perfectly crispy spheres are soft and airy on the inside, glazed with traditional date syrup, and sprinkled with sesame seeds, a combination that embodies centuries of Gulf heritage. This dessert is particularly special during the December festivities because it connects modern Dubai with its rich cultural roots, offering a taste of authenticity amidst all the contemporary indulgences.
6. Overloaded Misu from Bisqo at Global Village
Bisqo’s Overloaded Misu at Global Village is the viral Dubai dessert that’s taking the world by storm this festive season. This Instagram-worthy creation tops creamy vanilla and rich tiramisu with an entire slice of tiramisu, creating a layered masterpiece of espresso-dipped biscuits, cold coffee, and indulgent cream. The festive atmosphere of Global Village, combined with this standout treat, makes it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking conversation-starting desserts.
- Price: AED 40
7. Gold Ice Cream at Art of Taste, Global Village
For those who want their Dubai dessert to shine literally, Art of Taste’s 24-Karat Gold Ice Cream at Global Village delivers unprecedented elegance. This German-crafted creation combines the finest natural ingredients. Using edible 24-karat gold leaf, it creates not just a dessert but an authentic luxury experience. Art of Taste offers premium options, including Blueberry, Vanilla, and Vanilla Pistachio, each crafted with meticulous attention to quality.
- Price: AED 45
8. Bear Shaped Hot Chocolate at Gato Dubai
As temperatures drop and the festive season calls for cozy indulgences, Gato Bakehouse’s Hot Choco Warm Bear emerges as the season’s most heartwarming dessert. This adorable creation features a bear-shaped salt bread filled with Belgium cocoa buttons and served with warming hot chocolate. The presentation is almost too cute to consume. It perfectly captures the playful, celebratory spirit of December in Dubai, combining comfort with Instagram-worthy charm.
- Price: AED 60
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