Three Viral Desserts You Need To Try In The Shire
Trust us, they’re viral for a reason
Strawberry Cups
You’ve seen them all over TikTok and dropped them straight into the group chat. From ice cream topped with olive oil to Dubai chocolate that practically melts on sight, these trending treats aren’t just hype — they’re doing the rounds for a reason.
We’ve rounded up the local spots behind the viral desserts everyone’s talking about — so you can skip the scroll and go straight to the source.
Dubai Chocolate
If you know, you know. This viral block is packed with pistachio cream and crispy kadayif, wrapped in milk chocolate — and it’s had TikTok in a chokehold. The OG-style bar is stocked at Shire Sweets, but the flavour’s had a serious glow-up across the Shire. Try the Dubai chocolate–topped cups at XS Espresso, chunky choc cookies at Bec Bakes, or fudgy brownies swirled with pistachio at Baked Collective. Dessert just got a Dubai upgrade.
Strawberry Cups
They made their viral debut at London’s Borough Market, popping up in every second Euro summer story — and now, they’ve officially landed in the Shire. Fresh strawberries, warm melted chocolate, and now even customisable — pistachio, Biscoff, hazelnuts... or your pick. They’re indulgent, TikTok-approved, and ready to try at Sugar Reef Dessert Bar, XS Espresso, Dolce Aroma, and Anita Gelato — no London layover required.
Olive Oil Ice Cream
Made viral by Dua Lipa (yes, really), this unlikely combo has taken over TikTok: vanilla ice cream, a drizzle of olive oil, and a pinch of sea salt. The team at Bobby’s has given it a bougie upgrade — espresso soft serve, served with EVOO and salt on the side so you can pour it just how you like. It’s rich, a little unexpected, and 100% worth the hype.
Posted: May 2025