Nevries To Perad: 5 Incredible Traditional Indian Desserts To Celebrate Christmas

These desserts will simply elevate your Christmas to the next level. Cakes, pies, brownies, and cookies are delectable, but these Indian sweets are equally indulgent and perfect for the upcoming Christmas celebrations.

Christmas is a global phenomenon and is celebrated throughout the world in a different manner depending on the culture. Although the intensity or to what extent the celebrations of Christmas are held depends on the location. Christmas celebrations in Asia aren't the same as the large spectacles they are in European and American countries. But that doesn't mean Asian countries or India are lagging behind, especially if the category is food.

India has a rich cuisine and something for every occasion, and Christmas is no different. The desserts and sweets are definitely different from the traditional ones you will find in foreign countries, but that's what makes the festival lively, with people from different cultures and traditions celebrating it in a way they see fit. So, here are some of the best traditional Indian desserts to celebrate Christmas.

Nevries

Nevries (also known as Nevreo or Neurio) are the most important component of the Christmas plate of delicacies known as Kuswar in Karnataka and Consoada in Goa. These half-moon/crescent-shaped sweet puffs are stuffed with cardamom-flavoured coconut, cashews, semolina, and raisins. They have a delicate and sweet core and a light and crisp exterior. They are never excessively sweet, given their flavour and texture, because the fresh coconut lends moistness to the interior, which contrasts perfectly with the crunchy texture of their outer layer.

Kulkuls

These shell-like treats are sweet and crispy, and they are inspired by the Filhoses Enroladas from Portugal. Kulkuls are the epitome of Christmas and perfectly capture the essence of the festival. Apart from kulkuls, this dessert is also known as kidiyo, which basically means worms in Konkani. This is a great dessert snack you can eat anytime, and they are super addictive.

Dodol

It is a popular toffee dessert in Indonesia, but the Goan version is an amazing dessert item that will provide you with a sense of satisfaction after your meal. It is light but packed with flavour. It is a must-have dessert in Christmas preparations, and it is made with simple ingredients like rice flour, dry fruits, and coconut jaggery.

Bolinhas

Goa has a fantastic selection of Christmas sweets. And the bolinhas are a special delight to make your Christmas extra spectacular. These cookies are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, thanks to the goodness of coconut, sugar, and rava. It's a delightful teatime nibble that adorns every Christmas dish.

Perad

Perad, a unique dessert, is also called guava cheese. It is a cheesy and tempting dessert, and the chunks of perad will keep your hands moving. It is a very delicious dessert and an important part of the Indian Christmas dessert menu. Its history can be traced back to Portuguese colonists. It is a dish that can be found in many cuisines, making it a multicultural dessert, which only adds to its charm and allure.

Its chewy and creamy texture, with a yummy guava flavour in every bite, is a heavenly experience. So don't skip on this silky-smooth dessert this Christmas.