Ramazan is a period of religious introspection, self-discipline, and thanksgiving, celebrated by millions of Muslims around the globe. In 2025, it begins from Friday, 28 February 2025, and lasts until Saturday, 29 March 2025. With fasting extending into late hours, Iftar—the evening meal to break the fast becomes a time of sharing love and feeding the stomachs and joy for sharing with family and friends. Though traditional sweets are the favorite, chocolate-based desserts add a contemporary flavor to the Ramazan spread.
From rich and creamy puddings to warm, comforting treats, chocolate makes every dessert feel extra special. Whether you’re hosting a feast or treating yourself after a day of fasting, these easy-to-make desserts will add a touch of indulgence to your celebrations.
Here are 8 irresistible chocolate-infused desserts to sweeten your Ramazan feasts.
Dates are a staple of Ramazan and are usually consumed to end the fast. Add a tasty spin to them by dipping them in melted dark chocolate and garnishing them with crushed almonds or desiccated coconut. The sweetness of dates goes perfectly well with the richness of chocolate, and thus it is an easy but indulgent snack. Refrigerate them and have them as a cool post-Iftar snack.
A twist on the classic phirni, this creamy rice pudding gets a decadent upgrade with cocoa powder and finely chopped almonds. Cook ground rice with milk and sugar, then stir in dark chocolate for a velvety finish. Garnish with slivered almonds and serve chilled for a luxurious dessert that’s perfect for warm evenings.
Give the Middle Eastern classic a chocolate twist by stacking crispy phyllo pastry with melted chocolate and crushed nuts. Bake until golden, then drizzle with a hint of honey for extra richness. These bite-sized rolls are ideal for serving at Iftar parties and complement well with a warm cup of kehwa.
Add a contemporary twist to your traditional halwa by using dark chocolate and crispy walnuts. Boil semolina with ghee, milk, and sugar until scented, and then add melted chocolate for an intense, fudgy feel. The contrast of nutty walnuts and silky chocolate makes this an absolute try during the festive period.
Malpua, a popular Indian dessert, is given a chocolate twist by adding cocoa powder to the batter. Fried to a crisp, these syrupy pancakes are then drizzled with saffron sugar syrup for a mix of old and new flavors. Serve warm topped with a dollop of rabri for a rich treat.
Barfi takes on an added specialness when chocolate and pistachios are added to the mix. Preparing this melt-in-the-mouth sweet is as simple as it gets, made with condensed milk, cocoa powder, and ground nuts. Great to gift or serve at Iftar, this nutty-crunchy affair adds a lovely contrast to the chocolatey goodness.
Sheer Khurma, a traditional Ramazan dessert, gets a modern makeover with a touch of dark chocolate. Cook vermicelli in milk with dates, cardamom, and saffron, then stir in grated chocolate for a luscious depth. Garnish with toasted nuts for a dessert that beautifully blends tradition with indulgence.
For a light and extravagant dessert, indulge in chocolate mousse with a touch of rosewater. Whisk dark chocolate, cream, and a drop of rosewater together for a smooth-as-silk dessert. Serve in individual glasses, garnished with edible rose petals and pistachio pieces for a picture-perfect and decadently rich finish to your meal.