‘Squid Game’s Dalgona Candy To Vincenzo's Bungeoppang: 4 Delicious Korean Drama Desserts That Have Gained Worldwide Popularity

Popular Korean Desserts Seen In Korean Dramas: K-dramas aren’t just about romantic plot twists and emotional rollercoasters - they’re also a delicious window into Korean food culture. Among the many treats featured, desserts often steal the spotlight with their rich flavours and eye-catching presentation. Here’s a list of popular Korean desserts that have been featured in hit K-dramas and have gained global popularity: 

4 Iconic Korean Desserts Spotted In Hit K-Dramas

1. Bingsu 

Bingsu is one of the most recognised Korean desserts worldwide. It’s a bowl of finely shaved ice topped with sweet red beans, condensed milk, fruits, and sometimes ice cream. In ‘Mr Sunshine’, ‘Weightlifting Fairy Kim’ Bok-joo, the characters often gather at a cosy cafe to enjoy bingsu together - a scene that left fans craving this icy treat. It's refreshing, colourful, and perfect for hot summers.

2. Hotteok 

Hotteok is a winter street snack made from dough filled with brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped nuts. It’s pan-fried until crispy outside and gooey inside. In ‘My ID is Gangnam Beauty’, a warm hotteok is shared between characters during a heartfelt moment, adding emotional warmth to the already comforting dessert.

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3. Bungeoppang (Fish-Shaped Bun/Pastry)

Bungeoppang is a fish-shaped pastry with a crisp outer shell and a warm, sweet red bean filling inside. The name means “crucian carp bread”. It is often sold at street stalls during the colder months, this nostalgic treat is crunchy on the outside and soft inside, offering the perfect mix of texture and warmth. It is seen in popular K-dramas ‘Twenty-Five Twenty-One’ and ‘Vincenzo’. 

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4. Dalgona Candy (Ppopgi)

Dalgona candy, also known as Ppopgi, is a nostalgic Korean street snack made by melting sugar and adding a pinch of baking soda. The mixture puffs up and turns into a light, brittle candy that’s pressed flat and stamped with a shape (like a star or umbrella). In the globally hit K-drama ‘Squid Game’, Dalgona became internationally famous after a high-stakes challenge where players had to carefully carve out the shape without breaking the candy. This scene sparked a global trend, with people attempting the challenge at home.

If you're a fan of K-dramas and have a love for desserts, trying these treats is a must for your next Korean food adventure.

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