Thai Desserts

Tub Tim Krob, or "Crispy Rubies," is one of the most stunning and refreshing Thai desserts. It features crunchy water chestnuts coated in a delicate, translucent red tapioca flour crust, served in a pool of chilled, sweet coconut milk with shaved ice. The name comes from the way the water chestnuts resemble sparkling rubies. When you bite into them, you get that satisfying "crunch" that makes this dessert so addictive!

Khanom Tom is a cherished traditional Thai dessert that dates back centuries. These delicate, chewy dumplings are filled with a sweet, aromatic mixture of grated coconut and palm sugar, then boiled to perfection and rolled in fresh, salty-sweet shredded coconut. Every bite of Khanom Tom offers a beautiful contrast of textures—the soft, chewy outer layer and the sweet, slightly crunchy filling. It is a true labor of love that makes any special occasion feel complete.

Deep-Fried Bananas (Gluay Tod) are a beloved Thai snack found at almost every street corner in Thailand. Imagine perfectly ripe bananas coated in a crispy, golden, coconut-scented batter—it is the ultimate comfort snack that is sweet, crunchy, and absolutely addictive! Making these at home is easier than you think. The secret lies in the batter, which incorporates coconut shreds and white sesame seeds to provide that signature aroma and extra crunch.

Mango Sticky Rice (Khao Niew Ma-Muang) is arguably Thailand’s most famous and beloved dessert. It perfectly combines sweet, ripe yellow mangoes with warm, salty-sweet coconut sticky rice. It is rich, creamy, and undeniably refreshing—especially during the hot summer months in Chiang Mai! While it may look sophisticated, making the perfect mango sticky rice at home is surprisingly simple if you follow the right steps. Here is how to create this tropical treat.