Honduras Sweets You Simply Must Try

By Rick Martin Apr 27 2024, 22:50 PM EDT

The food from the Central American country of Honduras has largely been underrated and below the radar of many people. This, unfortunately, includes its sweets, which are quite delectable despite standing in the shadow of its other Latin American counterparts, like Mexico.

While it has a sort of similar history with Mexico, with its country's cuisine also being influenced by its Spanish colonizers, its cuisine was also influenced by Garifuna cuisine, and this makes the country's food, including its sweets, quite different.

5 Honduran Sweets That Are Very Underrated

Because of its shared history with its neighbors, many foods are quite the same. To differentiate itself from other Latin American cuisines, Honduran dishes are often described as Hondureño or catracho, which means Honduran style. This applies to some desserts that have been described by locals and people who have visited there as "incredible."

Macheteadas (Honduran Fried Dough)

Much like many former Spanish colonies like the Philippines and Mexico, fried dough, more popularly known as doughnuts, are considered a staple in the country. The Honduran version is usually made with leftover tortilla dough, and according to Insanely Good, they do not use any yeast, which means it can be made right away. After frying, it is drizzled with maple syrup or honey and enjoyed as is or with some coffee.

Torrejas (Honduran French Toast)

While it is indeed French toast, this dish was actually introduced by Spaniards. While it is bread soaked in egg, there is a twist in the Honduran version as there are two types, ones with honey and ones with milk, according to Chef's Pencil. It remains one of the most popular desserts in the country.

Arroz con Leche (Rice Pudding)

Yes, this is a very common dessert among former Spanish colonies, from Mexico to Argentina to the Philippines, but like many of its other dishes, there is a Hondureño or catracho.

According to Bacon Is Magic, the Honduran version gets its sweetness from condensed milk and is usually topped with cinnamon, nutmeg, or cloves. It is usually served as a dessert at parties and large gatherings and is prepared as a casserole dish and then spooned out. However, the Honduran version may have raisins on it, so better be careful if you hate these dried fruits.

Ayote en Miel (Pumpkin in Honey)

Another Honduran dish smothered in honey? Yes, and this time, it involves pumpkins that are served as a jam. These desserts are often soaked in a boiling mixture of sugar, cinnamon, and cloves before being served at roadside food stalls and other shops.