Refreshing Women’s Day Desserts Using Almonds, Strawberries, Yoghurt and More

Women's Day on 8th March is not just a date. It's a day to celebrate, value, and respect the women in our lives. And what better way to celebrate them than with a variety of cool desserts that taste rich but are light? In place of dense, sugary desserts, this Women's Day demands desserts that unite natural ingredients such as almonds, strawberries, and yoghurt—making the celebration as healthy as it is delightful.

Almonds provide a hint of nuttiness, strawberries their sweet juiciness, and yoghurt a creamy contrast. All these and others such as honey, oats, and citrus come together to create desserts that are light, hassle-free, and easy to make. For a small dinner party, an impromptu treat for someone special, or just a reward for yourself, these recipes are about indulging in simplicity with a touch of luxury.

These eight desserts are the perfect combination of freshness and richness, making Women's Day celebrations even more special.

Honeyed Strawberry and Almond Yoghurt Parfait

This simple parfait is a perfect combination of Greek yoghurt richness, almonds crunch, and honeyed strawberries' natural sweetness. Toss chopped strawberries with a drizzle of honey and let them soften for a few minutes. In a glass, alternate thick yoghurt with the honeyed berries and toasted almond slivers. Repeat the layers, ending with a few chopped almonds and a drizzle of honey. Chill before serving for a combination of creamy yoghurt, juicy strawberries, and crunchy nuts. This parfait is ideal as a cooling Women's Day treat that needs no cooking.

Almond and Strawberry Chia Pudding

A make-ahead dessert that’s both nourishing and satisfying, chia pudding is an easy way to blend different textures in one dish. Stir together chia seeds, almond milk, and honey in a bowl. Let it sit for 10 minutes, stir again, then refrigerate overnight. By morning, the chia seeds will have swelled, creating a pudding-like consistency. Blend fresh strawberries into a smooth puree and layer it over the pudding. Garnish with toasted almonds for a crunch. This pudding is light but indulgent and may be served directly from the fridge for a cooling treat.

Baked Almond-Strawberry Oats with Yoghurt Swirls

A comforting, warm dessert that is both refreshing and soothing, baked oats are a cinch to make. In a bowl, combine rolled oats, almond flour, honey, and almond milk, and transfer to a baking dish. Swirl in Greek yoghurt for extra creaminess, then finish with sliced strawberries and crushed almonds. Bake at 180°C until golden. The oats in the oven get a crispy top, and the yoghurt provides a rich contrast. Serve warm with a side of chilled yoghurt. This is a hassle-free dessert that is just as good as a celebratory breakfast.

Strawberry and Almond Phirni

Phirni, a rice pudding, is given a cooling twist with almonds and strawberries. Rice is soaked and ground to a fine paste, then slowly cooked in milk until thickened. Sugar and crushed almonds are added for extra richness. When cooled, fold in chopped fresh strawberries for a fruit explosion. Slivered almonds are used for garnish and serving chilled. The contrast between the nutty phirni and the juiciness of strawberries makes this a classy but simple Women's Day dessert.

Almond-Strawberry Yoghurt Bark

A fuss-free dessert that's as lovely as it is refreshing, yoghurt bark only takes minutes to prepare. Spread thick Greek yoghurt on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving it around half an inch thick. Drizzle with honey for a natural sweetness, and top with sliced almonds and chopped fresh strawberries. Freeze for at least three hours until solid, then break into shards. The frozen yoghurt is crunchy and creamy, the almonds provide crunch, and the strawberries offer a burst of freshness. This is an ideal bite-sized snack for a Women's Day get-together.

Almond and Lemon Drizzle Cake

For the citrus lovers out there, this cake is a beautiful amalgamation of nutty and zesty. Whisk together butter, sugar, and eggs until light and airy. Fold in ground almonds and flour to create a rich yet airy batter. Mix in fresh lemon zest and squeeze of lemon juice before baking. After the cake has turned golden, drizzle with a simple syrup of honey and lemon juice. The end result is a wet, scented cake with just the right combination of sweetness and citrus. Have it with a dollop of thick yoghurt on the side for extra luxury.

Strawberry and Almond Energy Bites

These little bites of goodness are easy to prepare and are full of healthy ingredients. In a food processor, combine almonds, dates, dried strawberries, and a dash of honey until you have a sticky mixture. Roll into small balls and cover with crushed almonds or desiccated coconut. Chill for at least an hour before serving. The chewiness of dates, the nutty flavor of almonds, and the natural sweetness of strawberries make these energy bites a great substitute for regular sweets. They're ideal to snack on all day long.

Chilled Almond and Strawberry Kheer

A lightened-up take on classic kheer, this one employ almond milk for a lighter, nutty flavor. Cook basmati rice with almond milk until it becomes creamy. Add honey to sweeten and let cool. Fold in minced fresh strawberries and a few toasted almonds just before serving. The cold kheer is smooth in texture, with the almonds providing a satisfying crunch, while the strawberries keep the dessert fresh. Serve it in little earthen bowls for a celebratory Women's Day touch.