15 Cardamom Dessert Recipes That Are Fragrant and Flavorful

Homemade Churros with Cardamom and Chocolate

Warm churros are tossed in an irresistible mixture of ground cardamom seeds, cinnamon, and star anise, then dipped in a Nutella- and coffee-spiked dark chocolate sauce.

Pecan Cardamom Bar Cookies

Here's an old family recipe that's full of warm flavors and welcome crunch. "These were excellent and easy," raves reviewer Emily. "I love baking with cardamom and am glad to have another great recipe. The bars have a nice shortbread texture without being dry."

Cardamom and Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cardamom and instant espresso powder takes classic chocolate chip cookies up a notch. "These are somewhat thin and chewy cookies, which makes them perfect for dunking into your morning cup of coffee," says recipe creator Kim.

Mango Cardamom Bread Pudding

Fruity mango is balanced with cozy cardamom in this decadent bread pudding recipe. Reviewer lillauren recommends serving with a dollop of homemade whipped cream.

Cardamom Banana Bread

Raisins are cooked until fragrant with rum, then mixed with a sweet banana bread batter spiked with cardamom and dotted with walnuts.

Cardamom Rose Meringues

"These light, fluffy meringues with the delicate flavor of rose are enhanced by a kiss of cardamom," says recipe creator chikalin.

Finnish Nissua

This classic Finnish sweet bread is braided and topped with a 4-ingredient, spreadable topping. Reviewer Andrea says this recipe is moist, slightly sweet, and accented "with the unmistakable flavor of freshly ground cardamom."

The Rebbetzin Chef's Persian Walnut Cookies

A tablespoon of rose water adds subtle floral flavor to these flourless cookies. "They are nutty and rich, slightly chewy with a crunchy exterior," according to recipe creator The Rebbetzin Chef.

Scandinavian-Style Rice Porridge

Cardamom pods are crushed with a rolling pin, then cooked slowly with a creamy mixture of rice, butter, and milk. Make sure to keep the heat on low, as you don't want the milk to boil or burn.

Marzipan Christmas Kringle

"This marzipan tubular bread is an ABSOLUTE must for the Christmas season, and a traditional dinner would not be complete without this Christmas Kringle for dessert," recipe creator WOLSELEY says of this cardamom-spiced treat.

Vanilla Spice Bread

Try this bread machine recipe next time you're in the mood for a comforting treat. Dust with powdered sugar before serving for a burst of sweetness.

Cinnamon Yum Cake

"White wine keeps the cake flavorful and moist, and walnuts on top add a little crunch," according to recipe creator SandyG. Cardamom, cinnamon, and brown rice syrup add warm flavor.

Cardamom Creme Brûlée Parfait with Candied Pumpkin

Feeling fancy? Finish your Thanksgiving dinner with this absolutely decadent parfait. Serve as-is or with whipped cream or caramel sauce, suggests recipe creator Ashley Baron Rodriguez.

Besan (Gram Flour) Halwa

Make this delicious dessert with just five ingredients — milk, ground cardamom, ghee (clarified butter), chickpea flour (besan), and sugar — in a little over 30 minutes.

Blueberry Babka Braid

This fruity babka braid is way easier than it looks. "I was in need of a day of baking therapy, and this recipe was the perfect way to do that," says reviewer and Allrecipes Allstar Kim.

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