Dessert is usually served after lunch or dinner. However, nowadays the popularity of dessert has also increased at birthdays, weddings, family gatherings, or get-togethers with friends. From traditional sweets to modern desserts of various flavors—all add extra joy to dining occasions.

In Bangladesh too, alongside traditional sweets such as rasgulla, rasmalai, sandesh, firni, payesh, and yogurt, there is demand for cakes, brownies, cheesecakes, and ice cream.

On the occasion of National Dessert Day, along with enjoying favorite desserts, eating in moderation is also important. Avoiding foods high in sugar and calories and enjoying dessert in moderate amounts can be a joyful way to celebr‌ate the day.