Top 12 Sri Lankan Desserts You Should Not Miss!

Gear up to tantalize your taste buds with the great Sri Lankan sweet treats and binge on these virtually for now. But, you can definitely get your Sri Lanka family packages planned to have the best time while settling your taste buds. 

Top 12 Sri Lankan Desserts You Should Know About

So, let’s get started with the most amazing popular Sri Lankan traditional sweets. 

1. Aluwa

Also, it is made from only two ingredients, palm treacle or coconut and rice flour and garnished with cashews. So, it is a pure delight to have – one of the best Sri Lankan coconut desserts that you can have in the country. 

So, why not taste Aluwa and savor this candy in other flavors, that are Semolina Aluwa and Cashew Aluwa. 

Popular Eateries: Lakpahana, Foodie Colombo

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2. Aasmi

So, you can definitely count on this as one of the best Sri Lankan coconut desserts that you must have while on your trip. 

Also, when your batter is ready for this dessert, it is poured on the hot oil with the help of a punctured coconut shell spoon to make a design that makes it more attractive. 

Popular eateries: Mount Lavinia Hotel, Foodie Colombo and Lakpahana 

3. Kithul Treacle

Also, why not taste the sweetest dish of Sri Lanka while being a perfect sugar substitute? Make sure you are having the best taste of Sri Lanka while getting it with something healthier as well. 

Popular Eateries: Laksala, Galle caterers 

4. Wattalapam 

It is usually made with coconut milk, jaggery, cashew nuts, and eggs and then garnished with cloves, nutmeg, and cardamom. Also, it is a steamed dessert that is an ultimate delight for the people out there. 

Popular eateries: Upali, Galle caterers, AI-Mass Indian Family Restaurant 

5. Peni/Undu Walalu

It is made with a lot of honey and definitely the sweetest dish present in Sri Lanka, popularly eaten by the children there. Also, it is exclusively handmade and also known as the “honey rings” in the country. 

People prefer Sri Lankan sweet treats whenever they are here, and this Peni or Undu Walulu is one great dessert to have! 

Popular Eateries: Lakpahana, Foodie Colombo

6. Kalu Dodol

Also, you can easily find them in the grocery stores in the southern region of the country. It takes a lot of time for preparation, so it is not usually made casually in homes. 

But, it is definitely a great dessert that you must not miss whenever in Sri Lanka. Get them in packets manufactured in the markets of Hambantota. 

Popular Eateries: Lakpahana, The Dodol House

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7. Athirasa

It is made for special occasions and is extra rich in sweetness. They are extremely tempting and known to be one of the best Sri Lankan desserts to have. 

Popular Eateries: Lakpahana, Food Colombo

8. Konda Kavum 

The batter is carefully mixed to create a smooth consistency before being shaped into small, round cakes. These cakes are then deep-fried until they turn golden brown and crispy on the outside.

Popular Eateries: Lakpahana, Foodie Colombo 

9. Kokis

The batter is then poured into a special mold and deep-fried until it becomes golden and crispy. The unique shape of Kokis resembles beautiful flowers or intricate patterns, making it not only delicious but also visually appealing. 

Popular eateries: Foodie Colombo, Lakpahana 

10. Helapa

Then, the mixture gets wrapped in the kanda leaf to get boiled until the dough becomes firm. Then, it is served with the leaf wrapping that has to be removed when eating. 

Popular eateries: Sweets.IK

11. Bibikkan

These ingredients are mixed together to form a thick batter, which is then baked until it becomes a golden-brown cake. The result is a rich and flavorful dessert that has a sweet and slightly spicy taste. 

Popular eateries: Tammy’s, Foodie Colombo

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12. Aggala

So, why not enjoy the greatest taste of Sri Lankan desserts and have the best time favoring your tastebuds as well? 

Popular eateries: Natural eats, Ella Relax Inn