4 top desserts from Birmingham, Alabama’s best to try this summer

There’s no better way to end a great meal than with unforgettable desserts — and Birmingham’s summer dessert scene delivers.

Whether you’re planning a date night, celebrating with friends or simply satisfying a sweet craving, the Magic City has no shortage of standouts. Local chefs are getting creative, reimagining nostalgic Southern staples and seasonal ingredients into desserts that are as beautiful as they are delicious. Here are four indulgent desserts that deserve a spot at the top of your list.

Sticky Mango Rice Pudding

Current Charcoal Grill

This stunning seasonal dish brings a tropical taste to the table. Featuring mango sorbet, passionfruit and candied cashews, it’s a bright and refreshing way to wrap up a date night at Current.

Banana Pudding

Automatic Seafood and Oysters

Pastry chef Kyle Walker’s creative version of banana pudding is almost too perfect to eat. Shaped like a whole banana, this dessert hides layers of whipped banana ganache, banana slices, toasted Nilla wafers and vanilla pudding beneath a white chocolate shell. It’s served with toasted wafer crumbs and sweet cream for a fresh take on a familiar favorite.

Martha Ann’s Fudge Pie

Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint

A rich family recipe that’s been on the menu since day one, this is a creamy, airy version of a Southern staple. Made with the classic Hershey’s cocoa powder, Martha Ann’s Fudge Pie is the ultimate nostalgic sweet treat.

Churros

Salud Taqueria

Perfectly golden and dusted in cinnamon sugar, Salud’s churros are a crowd favorite for good reason. Dip them in sweetened condensed milk and pair with your favorite cocktail or an espresso martini for an unforgettable finish to your night.

This story originally was published on the SoulGrown website.