16 Delicious Croatian Desserts, Cakes & Sweets To Try

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If you are a sweet-toothed traveler, you’ll definitely want to indulge in the numerous mouthwatering Croatian desserts, pastries, cookies and cakes.

Like pretty much all Balkan cuisines, Croatia’s is one that focus on the entire spectrum of tastes. There are delicious hearty dishes, such as stews, grilled fish and roasted veggies, but also a wide range of sweet foods.

Whether you’d like to explore Croatia’s cuisine in your own kitchen at home or “on location” while traveling, we strongly encourage you to try some of the following Croatian desserts, cakes and other sweet delights.

Kroštule (Sweet Pastry Knots)

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An ancient recipe that dates back many centuries, kroštule is derived from the Latin “crustulum”, which was a mini-pancake that was given as a treat to Roman soldiers during war.

Nowadays, it’s one of the most popular Croatian desserts for celebratory occasions….

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