The 5 Best Sweet Treats in Dublin Right Now
Words: Shamim de Brún
Images: Instagram
Words: Shamim de Brún
Images: Instagram
Sweet treat culture is here, queer, and we love it. Dublin’s drive grab-and-go treats have never had more options, but we have traversed the city to find the top-tier best ones to indulge in right now.
These five delectable delights are stealing the show. From refreshing gelato to irresistible doughnuts, get ready to satisfy your sugar cravings like never before:
Korean Cookie from Cookieboy
These not-too-sweet Korean cookies are uniquely soft and chewy. Inspired by a fusion of classic Korean yakuza (yak meaning “medicine” and gwa meaning “confection”) and modern London cookie culture, these cookieboys have become a must-try cult phenomenon. Many of them are stuffed, and it’s like the cookie comes with its own built-in dip. So tasty and the coffee is only €2.50. There may be a bit of a queue, but it moves fast and anything this good is always gonna have bit of a queue.
Brown Bread & Sea Salt Ice Cream from Murphy’s
Forget everything you thought you knew about ice cream because Murphy’s Brown Bread and Sea Salt Ice Cream is about to blow your mind. This creamy concoction combines the sweetness of ice cream with a subtle hint of sea salt. Now couple that with the strangely endearing brown bread crunch, and you literally have the most perfect ice cream pairing you never thought of. It’s crunchy, silky, sweet, salty, and totally addictive. Plus, they love if you order as Gaeilge. ‘scúp amháin le do thoil’
Pistachio Pastry from Russell St
Russell St’s Pistachio Pastry is a little slice of heaven for pastry lovers in Dublin. With layers of flaky pastry and a rich pistachio filling, it’s a sweet treat that’s as indulgent as it is delicious. There’s something about pistachios that makes them seem fancier than other nuts. Pistachios have a unique, slightly sweet taste that sets them apart from the rest of the nut pack. A pistachio has more pizazz than an almond, they’re sexier than pale cashews, and they have a richness that feels inherently luxurious. But maybe that’s because I know they’re expensive. Whether you enjoy it with a cup of coffee or as an afternoon pick-me-up, one bite is all it takes to fall in love.
Mikado from The CupCake Bloke
If you’re a fan of chocolate, you won’t be able to resist The CupCake Bloke’s Mikado. These decadent chocolate treats are a chocolate lover’s dream, with layers of rich chocolate cake, creamy chocolate frosting, and a drizzle of chocolate ganache on top. They’re sweet, they’re sinful, and they’re guaranteed to satisfy your chocolate cravings.
Warm Doughnuts from Rolling Doughnut on O’Connell Street
Last but certainly not least, we have the Warm Doughnuts from Rolling Doughnut on O’Connell Street. These pillowy-soft doughnuts are fried to perfection and served warm, with your choice of delicious fillings and toppings. Whether you prefer classic jam-filled or indulgent Nutella-topped, one bite of these heavenly treats and you’ll be hooked.
So there you have it—Dublin’s top five sweet treats. Go forth and treat yo’self.
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