Picarones are a Peruvian dessert that originated in Lima during the viceroyalty.
Somewhat similar to buñuelos, picaron is a type of doughnut brought to the colonies by Spanish conquistadors. Its principal ingredients are squash and sweet potato. It is served in a doughnut form and covered with syrup, made from chancaca (solidified molasses).
It is traditional to serve picarones when people prepare anticuchos, another traditional Peruvian dish.