Ukrainian desserts

Want to make a batch of delicious Verguny? These yummy Ukrainian cookies are fried to perfection and coated in a dusting of powdered sugar!

A collection of traditional Slavic cakes featuring the most authentic ingredients - honey, dulce de leche, condensed milk, farmer’s cheese, and more.

Our Ukrainian Christmas just had to include some scuffles. These delectable little bites are a cross between a cookie and a cinnamon bun. I also found them to be remarkably close to our Butterhorns (Click HERE for recipe). It is a yeast dough that rests overnight and then is rolled and baked in the morning. Perfect for the holidays when you have guests and are super busy. Split the work up and it hardly seems like work at all! Plus - cinnamon sugar. It's everything that's right with the…

Zapekanka is a traditional Ukrainian cheesecake, rich in flavor and made with cottage cheese or farmer’s cheese. Perfect for breakfast or as a dessert, it’s creamy with a slightly tangy sweetness that delights the palate.

These Ukrainian Piroshki are super soft and sweet for an authentic Ukrainian recipe. These are sweet buns with fresh cherry filling that are a perfect treat for breakfast or dessert.

A list of sweets and desserts to taste during your trip to Ukraine.

Kiev Cake, a beloved Ukrainian dessert that beautifully combines layers of meringue, creamy buttercream, and crunchy nuts! Imagine slicing into a light and airy cake, revealing layers of fluffy meringue and rich, buttery cream, all topped with toasted hazelnuts. This elegant cake is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful treat that’s perfect for special occasions. Kiev Cake is a true labor of love, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of Ukraine. With its unique textures and…

Ukrainian Honey Cake (Medivnyk) tastes like Christmas; it's a celebration of winter, with dark buckwheat honey that’s reminiscent of molasses

Zapekanka is a traditional Ukrainian cheesecake that’s lightly sweet, creamy, and comforting. Made with farmer’s cheese or ricotta, this unique dessert is both indulgent and protein-packed, perfect for breakfast or dessert. Enjoy it warm, plain, or topped with sour cream and fruit preserves for an authentic, homey treat.