Tartufo (Italian Dessert)

         My first try at making this simple Italian frozen dessert, which is very easy to prepare. You just need 2-3 different flavoured ice cream that are then layered in a silicone mould, frozen and coated with cocoa powder. But here I garnished it with powdered oreo biscuit, few chopped pistachios, almonds and cherry. 

          It is just perfect for any in house dinner party, kitty party or kids birthday party, where you can experiment with different flavours of ice cream. So do give it a try and enjoy this chilled delicacy with your loved ones. 

• 3 small packs each of strawberry, mango and chocolate flavoured ice creams
• 1-2 tbsp. powdered oreo biscuit
• 1 tbsp. each of chopped pistachios, almonds and cherries to garnish

           Fill a silicone mould / any disposable bowl / cup with mango flavoured ice cream. Make a hole in the centre with a spoon and fill some chocolate ice cream in it.

          Again make a hole in the centre and fill it up with some strawberry ice cream. Cover the bowl with mango ice cream and freeze to set. 

          While serving, demould the tartufo and sprinkle the powdered oreo biscuit over it. Serve, garnished with chopped pista, almonds and cherry. 

Chia & Fig Pudding

          Chia seeds are a power house of fiber, calcium, protein, healthy fats, antioxidants, etc. Easy and delicious desserts can be made with it without much effort. You need to just combine it with milk and top it with your favorite fruits and nuts. 

          For a healthier version just add some honey, cardamom powder, saffron and rose / kewra water for the flavor. You have an absolutely yummy dessert in no time. It can be had as breakfast or as an after-meal dessert. 

• 500 ml. milk
• 5 tbsp. chia seeds
• 1/2 cup figs, chopped
• 1 tbsp. honey or to taste
• 1/4 tsp. cardamom powder
• pinch of saffron
• 1 tsp. rose / kewra water
• 1 tsp. pistachios, sliced
• 1 tsp. cherries, chopped

          In a bowl, combine the milk, chia seeds, honey, cardamom powder, saffron, half of the figs and rose water. Cover and let it soak overnight (or a minimum of 2-3 hours).

          While serving, top with the remaining figs, cherries and pistachios. Serve it for breakfast or as an after meal dessert.