8 Most Instagrammed Desserts In Recent Times

By Niveditha K

Cupcakes

The early aughts saw the early rise of this all-American confection, and more than a decade later, it hasn’t lost any steam. Nowadays you can find them all over the world either in bakeries or specially dedicated shops.

Brownies

Legend has it that this chocolate and nut cake is the result of a cook forgetting to add yeast to a cake. Whether or not it’s true, the browner has undoubtedly persisted and today enjoys many different incarnations.

Brigadeiro

This delicious ball of chocolate is made from three ingredients: condensed milk, cocoa, and butter. This Brazilian classic can be found in all major cities and as well as at any birthday celebration.

Tiramisu

Tiramisu’s origins are always up for debate, with two regions (Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia) claiming such recognition. But controversy aside, what is clear is that this dessert made from coffee, cocoa, mascarpone cheese, eggs, sugar, and ladyfingers is a winner not only on Instagram but also on our palate.

Apple Pie

Different countries have their own apple cakes and/or pies, but the American version dominates the socials. It’s so popular that there are even debates about which variety of apple is best suited to make this iconic American recipe.

Churros

Although its origin is unknown — some say it was invented by Spanish shepherds while others claim the Portuguese discovered it in China. Regardless, churros are one of the most popular sweets, especially in Spain and Latin America. The best way to enjoy it? accompanied by a cup of hot chocolate.

Macarons

Round and crisp on the outside, soft on the inside and colorful all around: long live the macaron! e. The best place to enjoy sweet delights made from egg whites and almond flour is, without a doubt, Paris.

Gelato

The gelato is a symbol of Italian culture and there are even schools and museums in the country dedicated to this delicious delicacy. The main differences with ice cream are its low percentage of fat.