Thai food is delicious. Whether it's ordered for takeout or eaten in the country where it originated, it's some of the freshest and brightest cuisines in the world. The US might have Americanized many Thai dishes but when it comes to desserts, there's not a thing that should be changed - they're sweet, satisfying, and just as fresh as the rest of the cuisine. Surprised? Neither are we.

Thailand is a country boasting breathtaking beaches, tropical flavors, and the freshest of ingredients, and the desserts found there are no different. While some flavors might have been influenced by surrounding countries, even the fusions of flavor are nothing short of spectacular. When any of these desserts are an option, the response should always be, "yes, please!"

Thai Tea

This robust tea is something that's catching on rather quickly and the reason it's also listed as a sweet treat is that it can also come in bubble tea form. Boba is one of the most popular trends right now and combined with Thai black tea, sugar, and milk, it's wholesome and delicious. It's not necessarily the healthiest beverage but it's a great pick-me-up midway through the day or as a light dessert option after a large dinner. It's also great as an early-morning buzz - just don't let the sugar crash get you down!

Roti

Roti is a dish that's traditional in India and this Thai dish has taken some influence from that. In India, the dish is usually served savory but in Thailand, this dish is usually served sweet and in several forms. One popular option is banana roti although the base of the dessert is always the same; fried dough is cooked in butter before being stuffed with banana, topped with sugar, and usually sweetened condensed coconut milk.

Sticky Rice

This is a well-known Thai dessert and it's everyone's go-to when it comes to sweet options. Sticky rice can be flavored in many different ways but one of the most popular is mango sticky rice. In Thailand, this dish will be prepared in front of the diner, with the sticky rice placed first followed by the slicing of fresh mango. The whole thing is topped with sweet coconut milk and fried mung beans to add both texture and an extra hint of subtle sweetness.

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Filled Coconut Cream

A popular street food in Thailand, filled coconut cream also has a few variations but one that's commonly found is that which has tamarind in the center. The entire patty-like dessert is wrapped in a banana leaf and the exterior has a jelly-like consistency while the inside is slightly chewier, making it a quick and easy on the go snack. It's not as sweet as it sounds but definitely satisfies a sweet tooth!

Thai Ice Cream

Thailand is also known for its steamy tropical climate and during the hotter months, it can be tough to get away from the heat. That's why Thai ice cream is such a welcome treat when everything around a person seems to be melting! Much like a sorbet, this ice cream contains no dairy and is instead made with coconut milk before being flavored with things such as jack fruit, durian, taro root, and corn. Its texture is a cross between dairy ice cream and sorbet, creating the perfect blending of the two with an enticing and exotic flavor.

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Thai Pumpkin And Custard

Surprise! Pumpkin definitely isn't just something that's used in the US during the fall. In this Thai dish, pumpkin is cooked prior to serving and then sliced, and the inside of each slice is filled with thick coconut custard. The custard perfectly confirms to the contours of the pumpkin slice and the result is something that's slightly savory with a hint of sweetness from the custard, and coconut and pumpkin are surprisingly complementary. The smooth, creamy texture of the custard combined with the soft, cooked pumpkin is something that's perfectly balanced and also incredibly exotic and different in flavor.

Mung Bean Cake

Mung bean cakes are essentially baked custards although the thing that sets each one apart is its texture. They can vary from brownie-like, cakey textures all the way to flan-like texture with the use of more eggs. These cakes are sliced into squares but not before getting a perfectly-browned top, then they're sold by street vendors all over Thailand. They're not as dense as they look and have quite a fragile texture, but the flavors of these mung bean cakes are satisfying and slightly sweet without being overwhelming.

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