Desserts (Mithai)

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Indian desserts are commonly known as Mishti or Mithai are the life line of any get together, parties, wedding occasions or ceremonies. In most parts of India sweets are first offered to God before serving it to others. There is a vast variety of Indian Desserts. While in eastern India chena based desserts are most popular in North India Khoya(thickened milk) based, Ladoos, Halvas, Kheer, Burfis etc are very popular.

To make your search easier I have sorted out cakes, cookies, muffins, etc from the traditional Indian desserts. Please feel free to write to me if you have any queries..

Please click here for cake and cookies recipes.

Happy cooking,
Shuchi

• Gulab Daliya

  Daliya, known as cracked wheat in English, is a good source of fiber. Gulab Daliya is a delicious preparation for cracked wheat porridge. This can be served for breakfast, or as a dessert, or even as a complete light meal. Daliya is also a good choice if you are looking for something light.

  

• Dates and Nuts Roll

  These date and nut rolls are super delicious, healthy, and easy to make dessert. These are made with assorted nuts along with dates. These rolls are a good source of protein, dietary fibers, and minerals such as potassium..

  

• Almond and Rose (gulab) squares

  Almond and Rose (gulab) squares or barfi is very delicious, nutritious and easy to make dessert. Almond is also known as Badam in Hindi and is one of the healthiest nuts. This ancient preparation combines floral petals of rose with almonds to get a divine taste. Almond is a good source of potassium, magnesium, and iron....

  

• Coconut Rose Barfi

  Coconut and rose both are considered as very auspicious in India. This barfi is a very traditional mithai made during fasting days (vrat) such as Navratri, Maha Shivratri, and Janmashtami. I have used red rose in this preparation which helps in getting a very nice color. You can also use pink roses in case if you do not find red ones.....

  

• Buckwheat and Almond Halwa\ Kuttu Badam Halwa

  CBuckwheat and Almond halwa is a delicious, nutritious and gluten-free dessert. Despite its name, buckwheat is not a grain, it is a heart-healthy, gluten-free seed that is also a rich antioxidant and a good source of carbohydrates. Buckwheat is rich in iron, magnesium, potassium, vitamins, and dietary fibers. It is a great choice for weight-watchers....

  

• Aate ka Sheera

  Atte ka Halwa also known as sheera, made with wheat flour. This is one of the most traditional Indian sweet dishes made all over India. While in Northern India it is called as aate ka halwa, in Maharashtra and Gujarat it familiar with ate ka sheera name....

  

• Malpua

  Malpua is a sugar soaked pancake made with thickened milk. This is probably one of the most traditional and beloved Indian dessert. In the past one year I have had countless requests for this popular delicacy but didn't get an opportunity to work on it....

  

• Badam Deeps

  Deep/Diya is a hindi word meaning a small clay lamp. Here we are making mind blowing edible diyas with almonds. These diyas are very beautiful to look at and delicious to savour. And ... these diyas are a healthy option for the festive season...

  

• Chandrakala

  Chandrakala is a traditional North Indian dessert specially made for festival of Holi and Diwali. Chandrakalas are similar to Gujiya in taste but are different in shape: these are round. These are khoya/ Mawa (thickened milk), dry fruits and sugar filled pastries; flavored with cardamoms and deep fried in pure ghee. Usually Chandrakalas are dipped in sugar syrup before serving....

  

• Churma/ Churme ke laddu

  Churma or Churme ke laddu is a very famous dessert from Rajasthan. Churma is made with coarsely ground wheat flour balls (that have been deep fried in ghee), sugar, cardamoms and nuts. In order to make laddu, pure ghee is added to the Churma and then round balls are made. Churma is the traditional accompaniment to dal-baati. I was reading a book .....

  

• Shahi Tukda

  Shahi tukda/ toast or Royal Toast is a rich dessert delicacy, made with deep fried bread, soaked in sugar syrup, and then topped with rabri (thickened milk) and dry fruits. This delicacy has Nawabi influence and since I am also from the city of Nawabs, I just love it.

  

• Gulgule

  Gulgule is a Hindi word meaning round and soft. This is a special dessert made for some specific occasions like, Karvachauth and Basauda (the day when people eat the food made on previous day) etc. This is an easy to follow recipe. I have made some changes in the recipe to give it a contemporary flavor. Try out this recipe and let me know your suggestions...

  

• Rasgulla/ Rasgulle

  Rasgulla or Rosogulla (white sponge) is one of the most famous dessert from Eastern India, and a signature of Kolkata. Rosogulla is made with chenna (variety of paneer)/cottage cheese made out of cow's milk. An ideal Rasgulla will be absolutey spongy and dissolves in the mouth. This is an authentic Bengali Recipe of Rasgulla . ...

  

• Moong Dal Halwa

  Moong dal halwa is a very traditional Indian dessert made on special occasions. I have used dry, coarsely ground moong dal to make the halwa. It cuts the amount of time needed for frying the lentils. The amount of ghee is also lower compared to the traditional recipe...

  

• Gulab Jamun

  Gulab Jamun is a traditional Indian dessert. This rich dessert delicacy is tradionally made with deep fried balls of milk solids, soaked in sugar syrup and garnished with nuts. Now a days there are different versions of Gulab Jamuns are made with paneer, bread, milk powder etc....

  

• Besan ke Laddu

  Ladoo is a hindi word for round ball. Ladoos are very famous Indian dessert usually  made out of different kinds of flour(wheat, gram etc)/grains(sesame) with ghee(clarified butter), sugar and dry fruits.

  

• Aate ke Laddu

  These wheat flour (aata) laddos are a very delicious and healthy preparation. The edible gum enhances the flavor of the ladoos and is good for health especially in winter time as they are warm in tendency.

  

• Akhrot Barfi

  Walnut also known as akrot in Hindi. Walnut is one of the healthiest nuts. Walnut is a good source of potassium, magnesium, and iron. It is also a powerful antioxident. This walnut squares/ akrot ki barfi is very easy to make.....

  

• Gond ke Laddu

  Gond, also known as an edible gum, is extracted from the bark of some specific trees. Gond can be easily found in Indian stores. You can also find it in local health store/ organic stores. Gond is considered to be having a heat producing tendency in the body, and that is why it is mostly used in winter season. In Indian cuisine, gond is usually deep fried in ghee before....

  

• 7 Grain Cereal Porridge

  This 7 grain cereal porridge is extremely healthy dessert which is a good source of fibers, calcium and iron. It also has protein and carbohydrate. I have used organic mixed cereals I bought from a local organic stores bulk section. . This dessert is a delicious and easy to make cereal....

  

• Bajre ki meethi poori

  Bajra or pearl millet is widely grown in India and Africa. Bajra grows well in hot climate conditions and India is one of the biggest producers of bajra. Here I am sharing a winter special sweet poori of bajra. This is my mother’s recipe: when we were kids, she used to make these delicious pooris in cold winter days...

  

• Fruit n nut laddu

  Fruit and nut laddoos are made with assorted tree nuts and dried fruits. These laddoos are delectable and are a good source of dietary fibers potassium, calcium, and magnesium. These laddus are phalahari, we haven’t used any grains in this laddoo preparation. ...

  

• Rava Kesari

  Rava Kesari- Rava is a Hindi word for semolina and Kesari is for saffron. As the name shows this is a sweet porridge (halwa) preparation made with semolina and saffron. Rava kesari taste different than North Indian sooji ka halwa. There are different recipes of making semolina halwa ...

  

• Oat-N-Date Laddu

  Sankranti is on January 14th. In Northern India there is a tradition to make different kinds of laddoos on Sankranti. Lets make some delicious and healthy laddoos. These laddoos are made with healthy stuff like dates, almonds, edible gum, old style rolled oats, and honey etc….I have also cut the amount of ghee (clarified butter) to make them less fatty. ...

  

• Nan Khatai

  Nan Khatai is a very traditional Indian sweet. These are an Indian aromatic version of Shortbread cookies. Traditionally Nan khatais are made with all-purpose flour, besan, semolina, pure ghee (clarified butter) and sugar. These cookies, flavored with cardamom powder and pistachios ...

  

• Mango Popsicles

  Ice Lollies/ Popsicles - Everyone loves lollies and especially the kids. Homemade lollies are healthy and delicious too. Lollies are so easy to make at home. Make your kids' favorite flavors with them!! Here we are going to make mango popsicles. I got this idea from Better Homes and Garden magazine ...

  

• Almond Kheer

  Almond kheer is a delicious dessert. This can also be eaten during Indian fasting days. Almonds are one of the healthiest nuts and makhane (Euryale ferox) are rich in protein and carbohydrate and have significant medicinal values. So this sweet dish is healthy as well. I have used 2% organic milk to make this dessert but feel free to use full cream milk...

  

• Date 'n' Sesame Bars

  In my family everybody has a sweet tooth. To satisfy these urges, I keep looking for healthy options which have less fat and are still delicious. The date and sesame bar has natural sugar from honey and dates. Oat is a good source of fiber and sesame is very rich in iron...

  

• Shortbread Cookies

  Shortbread is a very famous Scottish cookie made with all-purpose flour butter and sugar. These cookies are also very popular in England, and some other countries of Europe with different names and different versions. These cookies extremely delicious and it is hard to stop after one…but they are ...

  

• Oat Porridge

  Oat is a good source of fibers. There are different savory preparations, desserts, and salads that are made out of oat. This is a delicious and easy to make recipe of oat porridge. The porridge can be served for breakfast, as a dessert, or even as a complete meal. You can also make cracked wheat/ daliya porridge ...

  

• Sweet potato pudding

  Sweet Potatoes (शकरकंदी) are considered as highly nutritious. They are a good source of dietary fibers, vitamin, A, C, iron, calcium and surely the carbohydrate. This is a phalahari dessert and can be eaten in the days of fasting. There are so many different skin color sweet potatoes available around the world. We get orange skinned sweet potatoes in our state which is rich ...

  

• Mango Strawberry Yogurt

  Yogurt (In India it is known as Curd/Dahi) is a good source of Protein and calcium. It is also a very good digestive and is also considered as a coolant. This dessert is somewhat like parfait but it is much lighter… This light dessert is made with fresh fruits, yogurt, honey, and nuts. You can choose the ...

  

• Mohan Thal

  Mohan Thal is a very famous sweet from Gujarat. In English it's called as gram flour fudge. It is made with gram flour, pure ghee( clarified butter) and sugar syrup. In North India it is also know as Besan ki barfi. For Ganesh Charurthi let's make this dessert for Lord Ganesha's offering...

  

• Phirni

  Phirni is made with ground rice cooked in milk. This is a very festive sweet made all over India. Phirni is very similar to Kheer(made with whole rice) but much quicker to make. So lets make this traditional sweet on the ocassion of Eid....As always please keep writing your comments...

  

• Dates and walnut burfi

  Dates and walnut burfi is a very healthy dessert preparation and is very simple to make. I learned this dish from my friend Aparna. So on the auspicious day of Janmashtami let's make this delicious Dates and Walnut dessert....

  

• Sandesh

  Sandesh is a very popular Indian dessert. This chenna based sweet is a Bengal specialty known all over India. I have never been to Bengal but grew up with seeing so many varieties of Bengali sweets in Kanpur like, Rosogulla, Rasmalai, Raj bhog, chena sandwich, variety of Sandesh , etc... This is a very simple and basic recipe of Sandesh. One can add different flavors and also give different shapes to Sandesh...

  

• Lauki Ka Halwa

  Lauki ka halwa is a very popular and traditional dessert, made all over India. Lauki or bottle gourd is a vegetable which is eaten in many of the families in the days of fasting. There are so many different ways to make lauki ka halwa...I have realized this .

  

• Makai ka halwa/ corn pudding

  This is an easy to make delicious sweet corn Halwa. The word Halwa has come from the Arab culture, and is used for a special kind of desserts, which are usually cooked in pure ghee (clarified butter) with water/milk. There is a large variety of halwas made in India- Gajar ka halwa...

  

• Kesar Pista Kulfi

  Kulfi is a traditional Indian Ice-cream. It is made by boiling full cream milk and reducing it to one-third of its original volume. Kulfi can be of different flavors, like kesar pista, mango, litch, badam, malai, etc. Traditionally kulfi is frozen in a clay pot (matka) filled with ice....

  

• Mango Kulfi

  Kulfi is a traditional Indian Ice-cream. It is made by boiling full cream milk and reducing it to one-third of its original volume. Kulfi can be of different flavors, like kesar pista, mango, malai, etc. Traditionally kulfi is frozen in a clay pot (matka) filled with ice and a little salt...

  

• Mango Custard

  Custard is an all time favorite dessert. There are different versions of custards in different countries. In France custard is known as la crème anglaise and also la crème moulée and the word refers only to an egg-thickened custard. In United Kingdom custard often refers to a milk based dessert thickened from cornflour (ornstarch) rather than eggs. In America.....

  

• Kaju katli/ Kaju Barfi

  Kaju is the Hindi word for Cashew nuts. This is a renowned Indian dessert famous with different names like, kaju katli, kaju barfi/ burfi. Traditionally kaju katli's are covered with a very fine edible silver film (chandi ka varq) on top, but we don't get this silver film outside India.. On readers' special requests, here we go with an easy to make recipe....

  

• Balushahi

  Balushahi is a very traditional deep fried sweet preparation. In North India, this rich dessert is very popular. I prefer making a mini version of balushahi because sometimes in the parties kids try things and if they do not like it they trash it...the mini version has worked quite well ! so try making this very traditional delicacy and do let me know of your comments ......

  

• Zafrani Moong Dal Burfi

  Zafran is the Urdu word for saffron (kesar). Barfi or Burfi is a very famous Indian dessert. These are square or diamond shape semi solid desserts..There is a huge range of barfi in India. This is a quick recipe for Zafarani moongdal barfi.….. Try this exotic dish and let me know ....

  

• Til Laddoo (Sesame Balls)

  This is a very traditional dessert and is especially made for festivals like Sakat Chauth and Sankranti. Sesame is very rich in iron, calcium, magnesium, and also in phosphorus. I have used jaggery which is unrefined whole cane sugar. Til ke laddoo ( Sesame balls) can be easily made ......

  

• Moong Dal Halwa

  Halwas are special kind of ghee (clarified butter) based desserts. The word Halwa has come from the Arab culture. In India, there are a large variety of halwas - Gajar ka halwa, Moong dal halwa, Aate ka halwa etc.... Moong dal halwa is a very traditional Indian dessert made on special occasions.....

  

• Apple Halwa/ Pudding

  A famous saying goes as follows - “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”. Apples are a good source of dietary fibers and vitamin C. They are also rich in vitamin A, iron and calcium. Last weekend we had visited an Apple Orchard and got about 2 bags full of apple. My daughter had some nice ideas to.......

  

• Lauki Ki Kheer

  A famous saying goes as follows - “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”. Apples are a good source of dietary fibers and vitamin C. They are also rich in vitamin A, iron and calcium. Last weekend we had visited an Apple Orchard and got about 2 bags full of apple. My daughter had some nice ideas to.......

  

• Strawberry Icecream

  Ice creams are a very popular dessert and can be easily bought readymade all over the world . But Homemade ice-creams are easy to make, and provide a healthy option for your family and guests..Strawberries are very rich in Vitamin C and are also a good source of Folic acid, Iron, Potassium and Magnesium......

  

• Kesar Pista Kulfi

  Kulfi is traditional Indian Ice-cream. It is made by boiling full cream milk and reducing it to one-third of its original volume. Kulfi can be of different flavors, like kesar pista, mango, malai, etc. Traditionally kulfi is frozen in a clay pot (matka) filled with ice......

  

• Coconut Burfi/Nariyal ki burfi

  This is a very traditional dessert , made for the auspicious occasions,like Navratri, Maha Shivratri, Janmashtami, etc. The specialty of this dessert is that it has been made in sugar syrup and it can be made vegan.....

  

• Shakarpare

  Shakar pare are traditional deep fried sweet preparation from Marwar / Rajasthan. Shakar means sugar and pare stands for stripes. Shakar Pare are easy to serve and are loved by everyone. This is an easy to make dessert for festival and can be made in much ahead of time....

  

• Popsicles

  ce Lollies/ Popsicles - Everyone loves lollies and especially the kids. As soon as they hear the bell of lolly vender they try to persuade you pleeeeeeease can I???? Homemade lollies are healthy and delicious too. Lollies are so easy to make at home....

  

• Gughiya

  Gujiya/ Gujhiya are a traditional North Indian dessert specially made for the festival of colors. Gujhiya are khoya/ Mawa (thickened milk), dry fruits and sugar filled pastries; flavored with cardamoms and deep fried in pure ghee. ...

  

• Kalakand

  Kalakand is very famous milk made North Indian dessert. In western India (specially in Rajasthan) kalakand is also called as Mawa Mishri . In the making of this dessert, milk is converted into granular form by adding alum little by little without letting the milk split. In old times...

  

• Pooran Poli

  Pooran Poli is a West Indian Specialty. This is a sweet, lentil stuffed bread. Like any other Indian dish there are many ways to make this delicious bread. I have used gram lentils to make pooran Poli. One of my Marathi friends used to make pan fried pooran poli’s (stuffed paratha style)...

  

• Sweet Saffron Rice

  Sweet saffron rice is a very traditional dessert made for Basant panchami pooja (prayer). This delicious dessert is made with thickened milk (khoya/mawa), assorted dry fruits, and saffron. Like any other dessert the sweet saffron rice is first offered to goddess Saraswati...

  

• Tilkut

  Til kuta means pound/grounded sesame . This is a very traditional dessert and is especially made for festivals like Sakat Chauth and Sankranti. Sesame is very rich in iron, calcium, magnesium, and also in phosphorus.Til kuta is very easy to make and it takes very little time to make it...

  

• Flax seeds (alsi) ke Laddoo

  Alsi is a Hindi word for Flax seeds. These seeds are very rich in omega 3 fatty acids, dietary fibers and also a very good source of lots of minerals. This is a very traditional laddoos (dessert) made with flax seeds, black sesame, poppy seeds etc....

  

• Til (Sesame) Twists

  Sesame twist is a delicious dessert preparation. This dish is very tasty and healthy as well. It is easy and quick to make these twists. Try out this delicious dessert in this winter festive season....

  

• Til Khoye ke Laddoo

  Sesame seeds are extremely nutritious. They are very rich in calcium, phosphorus, potassium, a variety of vitamins etc. There is a variety of cuisine made in with sesame. This is a very delicious laddoo preparation with sesame and khoya/ mawa ....

  

• Shahi Aloo Ka Halwa

  Potato (aloo) ka halwa is a delicious dessert preparation. This is a phalahari dessert and can be eaten in the days of fasting as well. I remember my grandmother used to make this halwa for Ekadashi vrat....

  

• Meetha Daliya

  Cracked wheat, also known as daliya, is a good source of fibers. There are different savory preparations, desserts, and salads, that are made out of cracked wheat. This is a delicious dessert preparation that can be served for breakfast, as a dessert, or even as a complete meal.....

  

• Shrikhand

  Shrikhand is a traditional dessert from Western India. This dessert is made with yogurt (curd/ dahi). Yogurt is tied in a muslin cloth and hung for hours to drain off the water and the resulting creamy and thick yogurt is beaten with sugar , garnished with saffron, cardamoms, and dry fruits.....

  

• Gajar Halwa

  Gajar ka halwa ( Also known as carrot pudding) is a delicious dessert preparation made with grated carrots, milk, sugar, and dry fruits. Gajar is a hindi word for carrots. In India, when winter comes, the treasure of nature is not far behind. Sweet red carrots.....

  

• Mewa Pag (Dry fruits dessert)

  Mewa Pag is a special burfi/ pag made for pooja. This can be eaten in fasting days too. The dry fruits can be changed as par the taste. Enjoy mewa pag......

  

• Muzaffar-Meethi Seviyan

  Mujaffar is Awadhi cuisine.  This is vermicelli fried in pure ghee (clarified butter), cooked in water with sugar, garnished with dry fruits, with the aroma of saffron. This dish is made for Id and is just awesome .....

  

• Meeng Pag

  Muskmelon also known as cantaloupe is a delicious fruit. The seeds of muskmelons are delicious too. This is a dessert made out of peeled seeds of muskmelon. This is another variety of dessert made for Janmashtmi Pooja (prayer)....

  

• Laukikauj

  Lauki or bottle gourd is a vegetable which is eaten in many families in fasting days. Lauki ki lauj is a dessert made with lauki and milk. This is a traditional dessert made all over India. Here I am writing my version of recipe of Lauki ki Lauj which is very yummy....

  

• Nariyal ke Ladoo

  Nariyal (Coconut) ladoos are made all over the India. This is a traditional Indian dessert. Coconut is one of the most auspicious fruit for Indians, and used for almost all the religious ceremonies. There are so many different recipes to make coconut ladoos....

  

• Sooji ka Halwa

  Halwa's are special kind of desserts, which are usually ghee (clarified butter) based. The word, Halwa has come from Arab culture. In India, there are a large variety of halwas - Gajar ka halwa, Moong dal halwa, Aate ka halwa etc......

  

• Kheer

  Kheer is a traditional Indian dessert made with milk, rice, sugar, dry fruits and saffron.In South India it is called as Payasam. Kheer is one of the most famous Indian dessert and very delicious in taste. It is all time favorite mithai...

  

• Meethi Seviyan

  Meethi Seviyan (sweet vermicelli preparation) is a very delicious and quick dessert. Seviyan (vermicelli) is an Urdu word. In Indian cuisine it has come from Mughal period. For this recipe Seviyan are made in milk with dry fruits and nuts.....

  

• Rasmalai

  Rasmalai is made with chenna (variety of paneer)/cottage cheese made out of cow's milk. It is mildly flavored and very light dessert.It is usually a big hit in parties...

  

• Makhane ki Kheer

  Makhane (puffed Eurale ferox ) ki kheer is a dessert specially made for fasting days. Makhane are rich in protein and carbohydrate and have significant medicinal values. This is a delicious dessert....

  

• Mango Strawberry Yogurt

  Yogurt (In India it is known as Curd/Dahi) is a good source of Protein and calcium. It is also a very good digestive and is also considered as a coolant. This dessert is somewhat like parfait but it is much lighter… This light dessert is made with fresh fruits, yogurt, honey, and nuts...

  

• Apple crumble

  Apple crumble is a very popular Western dessert. In the United States, it is commonly known as Apple Crisp. I did not know about this dessert when I was living in India. I first had a crumble in France, at a French friend's place. They had made pear crumble which was just amazingly delicious.

  

• Apple Muffin

  Muffins are small cupcakes without icing. These apple muffins are very delicious and are easy to make. Most of the preparation for these muffins is done by my daughter under my supervision. We opted to make mini apple muffins because they look very cute and are easy to serve to small kids. You can make...

  

• Fruit Skewers

  Fruit skewers are a good way to attract kids to eat fruit. It is also a good option to serve fruits in the parties. For fruit skewers you can use the fruits as per season or availability. Make sure to use fruits of different colors to have a nice and attractive color contrast..

  

• fruit Bowl

  Fruit bowls are a good source of fibres, minerals, and vitamins on the day of fasting. Please check with your elders about the family traditions and what fruit can be eaten on fasts. Make sure to use fruits of different colors to have a nice and attractive color contrast.

  

• Fruit Salad in Yogurt Dressing

  A very delicious and healthy fruit salad - this salad provides vitamins, calcium, and other nutrients by using ingredients recommended for fasting. Fruits selection can be altered as per taste and availability...

  

• Fruit Salad With Strawberry Glaze

  This is a delicious fruit salad preparation. You can select the fruits based on whatever is available in your part of world. The strawberry glaze gives a wonderful taste to this fruit salad. Try out this delicious salad and don't forget to write your comments...

  

• Crystals on Strawberry

  In USA it is strawberries in Vrat !!You might not like to work in the kitchen for long time when you are fasting; this is easy to make delicious and nutritious dessert . Strawberries are very rich in Vitamin C and also good source of Folic acid, Iron and potassium and magnesium. Enjoy it !!...

  

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