12 Rosh Hashanah Desserts for a Sweet New Year
The Jewish New Year is upon us again, and with that comes the tradition of indulging in sweets and seasonal foods to welcome a sweet new year. It's customary to incorporate flavors like apple, honey, and pomegranate throughout the meal, but, for dessert, it's crucial (and traditional) to end on a sugar explosion.
Bake these recipes this Rosh Hashanah for the sweetest (and lightest) New Year yet. Keep in mind, if you're looking for a dairy-free recipe to follow Jewish dietary laws, swap butter with shortening, canola oil, or vegan butter and choose a plant-based milk to replace cow's milk.
Eating healthy should still be delicious.
Hibiscus Poached Pear
Autumn pears cook down in a delicious honey, orange, and cinnamon mixture.
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Softened Plums With Vanilla Yogurt
With only six ingredients, this buttery, honey-filled dessert is a win.
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Pecan Sticky Wedges
Lick your fingers clean of this honey-infused, nutty masterpiece. Replace half of the butter with applesauce to bring the Rosh Hashanah flavors forward.
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Mom's Rhubarb-Apple Crisp
Apples shine alongside rhubarb in this delicate fall dessert.
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Miso Caramel-Apple Pie
Forget salted caramel. Miso brings the same salty twist to the sweet dessert, with an umami finish you didn't know you needed.
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Apple Galette With Vanilla Yogurt Drizzle
Whole grain crust and light yogurt combine for a hearty apple treat, with zero New Year guilt.
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Apple Hand Pies
Individual hand pies are perfect for little ones, or to freeze for another night.
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Double-Crust Apple Pie
Buttery, flaky crust underneath and on top of perfectly sliced apples. What else could you want?
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Whole-Grain Apple Cake With Yogurt Cream
Moist cake, crunchy nuts, creamy yogurt, and buttery crumble come together for the best dessert ever.
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Walnut-Crusted Apple Pie
The real secret ingredient in this pie isn't even the walnuts—it's the vodka.
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Pomegranate-Orange Tart With Pistachio Shortbread Crust
Pomegranate juice delivers deep flavor, while the seeds on top double as a fruity bite and burst of color.
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Hasselback Apples
This super simple recipe lets apples truly shine, all with a dollop of vanilla ice cream.
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Apple Spice Bundt Cake With Cider Glaze
Gorgeous and sweet, this is a perfect end to your holiday meal.
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