Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Nights, is celebrated for eight days and nights. The time is commemorated by lighting one candle of a candelabra with nine branches commonly known as a menorah or hanukiah.
Many families exchange gifts each night and children are given Hanukkah Gelt which is the tradition of giving children small amounts of money on the fifth night of Hanukkah.
The highlight of Hanukkah for many are the sweets that are made during the celebration. Delish has curated several sweets that will make every night a treat.
Sufganiyot is one such treat that will bring sweetness into your holiday. They are lightly fried, which is a reminder of the importance of oil. The soft sugar coated jelly donut reminds one that life can be sweet.
Chocolate or cinnamon babka is another delectable pastry that is sure to be a treat.
Chocolate Orange Challah takes basic Challah to the next level.
A favorite during the holiday are Hamantaschen shortbread cookies. They combine a butter cookie with sweet jam.
Rugelach is a soft and flaky, pillowy type of pastry which is similar to pie crust and is filled with cream cheese.
Torah Cannoli can be made to fit everyone’s sweet tooth. You can fill it with cream cheese or chocolate mousse. Add sprinkles, chocolate chips, or edible candies to make each cannoli unique.
A Caramel Apple Upside-Down Noodle Kugel is similar to a bread pudding, except with noodles as the base. This variation of a sweet noodle kugel is sure to be enjoyed by the entire family.
Classic Hanukkah Sugar Cookies are always welcome to any celebration. Make them in the shape of the Star of David or a dreidel and decorate the way you want. In 2021, Hanukkah started at sunset on November 28 and will end at nightfall on December 6. Happy Hanukkah!