Eid is a festival of joy, togetherness, and delicious treats. The day is filled with a feast of fragrant biryanis, aromatic kebabs, and creamy curries, with desserts acting as a palate cleanser. A light, yet fulfilling dessert not only refreshes the palate but leaves a long lasting impact as well. Though classic sweets such as kheer and sheer khurma remain personal favorites, incorporating cooling desserts can provide a pleasant contrast. From cold sorbets to rich treats, these are some suggestions to round off your Eid festivities.
This refreshing and chilled sorbet is a perfect combination of the rich coconut with a nuttiness of pistachios. It is easy to prepare and ideal for those who want something light after a heavy meal.
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Falooda is a chilled dessert drink that uses rose syrup, basil seeds, vermicelli, and milk. Topped with a scoop of ice cream, this colorful treat is a wonderful balance of sweetness and freshness. The rose syrup brings a floral sweetness that matches beautifully with the cooling milk. Sprinkle some chopped nuts for a satisfying crunch.
Mango rabri provides a rich but cooling flavor. Milk is thickened and mixed with pureed mango to give a creamy yet light dessert. Ripe mangoes' natural sweetness enhances the rabri without overwhelming it. Serve it chilled with sliced almonds or pistachios. Saffron can be steeped for a scented twist if richness is desired.
This creamy yogurt dessert is flavored with saffron and cardamom. It is light and filling, ideal for a hot afternoon. Top it with sliced nuts and a dash of pistachios for extra richness. Shrikhand goes well with puris or can be enjoyed on its own as a dessert. For that extra touch of coolness, a bit of chilled fruit such as pomegranate seeds can be added.
Fruit cream is a hassle-free dessert filled with fresh fruits and whipped cream. Fresh fruits of the season such as mangoes, apples, grapes, and pomegranates provide natural sweetness and bright color. The light cream base is a cool-down after a rich meal. To give it a richer flavor, a splash of condensed milk can be added and mixed to balance sweetness and creaminess.
Phirni is a traditional rice pudding made from ground rice, milk, and sugar. Traditionally served hot, chilling phirni unveils a cool aspect. Cardamom-infused and nut-topped, it's the ideal dessert for a hot Eid afternoon. Scented with rose water or kewra essence, its fragrance is enhanced, making it all the more irresistible.
Enjoy the ultimate decadence with a serving of ice cream and warm gulab jamun. Syrup-drenched balls melt in the mouth, and the ice cream introduces a refreshing contrast. Vanilla or pistachio ice cream goes particularly well for extra richness. A dash of crushed nuts or a drizzle of caramel can add an extra indulgence.
Kesar pista kulfi is a creamy dessert flavored with saffron and pistachios. Milk is slowly cooked to reduce it and make it richer, then frozen in traditional molds. It’s cold, milky sweetness mixed with the aroma of saffron makes it a special dessert for Eid celebrations. Crushed pistachios sprinkled on top add a nutty crunch that adds to each bite.