Dragon Fruit Pudding

 

                How about some sweet indulgence? So let me share a yummy pudding made of Dragon Fruit. It makes for a perfect summer treat. Be sure to have them chilled. So go ahead and give it a try by checking out the step by step pictorial recipe to prepare it. 

                 I simply love to dig into this soft and melt-in-the-mouth delicacy. Garnish as desired with some chopped Dragon fruit pieces and voila!! You have a yummy fuss-free dessert in a jiffy. Enjoy as and when desired or as an after-meal dessert.

             If you are a Dragon Fruit lover, then do try this extremely easy recipe. You will simply love it. Make in large batches to be devoured as and when you feel like. They are a perfect summer dessert. Serve them chilled with all the toppings. 

• 1 cup Dragon fruit puree
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup condensed milk
• 1 tbsp. corn flour mixed with 1/2 cup water
• pinch of saffron soaked in 1 tbsp. water
• few Dragon fruit pieces
• 1 tsp. chopped pistachios
• few dry rose petals & few strands of saffron

          In a pan simmer the Dragon fruit puree on a low flame till all the moisture has evaporated.

           Add the milk, followed by the condensed milk, corn flour slurry and saffron water. Simmer on a low flame by continuously stirring till it thickens.

          Transfer to a greased cake tin / mold and keep aside to cool down. Then refrigerate for 2-3 hours.

          Invert it on a serving plate and garnish with Dragon fruit pieces, chopped pistachios, dry rose petals and saffron strands. Enjoy as an after-meal dessert or as and when desired.

In a pan simmer the Dragon fruit puree on a low flame till all the moisture has evaporated.

                          Add the milk,

                         followed by the condensed milk,

                             corn flour slurry 

and saffron water. Simmer on a low flame by continuously stirring till it thickens.

Transfer to a greased cake tin / mold & keep aside to cool down. Then refrigerate for 2-3 hours.

Invert it on a serving plate & garnish with Dragon fruit pieces, chopped pistachios, dry rose petals & saffron strands. 

                Enjoy as an after-meal dessert or as and when desired.

Muskmelon Kulfi

 

            Kulfi is an equivalent to Indian Ice cream which is basically a frozen dessert prepared with milk and other flavoring agents. They are just perfect during summer or as an after-meal dessert. Today let me share a kulfi recipe made of Muskmelon. It turned out absolutely yummy with a creamy texture. 

             So serve this chilled dessert and bring a smile among your loved ones. Besides beating the summer heat, make any occasion memorable with this yummy Muskmelon kulfi. You may add some chopped nuts to the kulfi mix while simmering. To make this absolutely easy dessert, check out the step by step pictorial recipe to dish out this amazingly perfect summer treat. 

• 1 cup Muskmelon puree
• 1/2 cup evaporated milk
• 1/4 cup condensed milk
• 1 tbsp. corn flour mixed with 1/4 cup water
• pinch of saffron soaked in 1 tbsp. milk
• few small cubes of muskmelon, chopped pistachios and dry rose petals to garnish

          Transfer the muskmelon puree to a pan and simmer on a low flame till it is reduced to half. Keep aside for 5 minutes for it to cool slightly.

          Bring it back on the fire and add the evaporated milk and combine well. Then add the condensed milk, the corn flour slurry and saffron milk one after the other. 

          Mix everything well and continue to simmer till it turns thick. 

           Pour into silicone molds and freeze for 4-5 hours or till completely set. Enjoy garnished with chopped muskmelon pieces, chopped pistachios and dry rose petals.

Transfer the muskmelon puree to a pan & simmer on a low flame till it is reduced to half. Keep aside for 5 minutes for it to cool slightly.

       Bring it back on the fire & add the evaporated milk & combine well. 

                      Then add the condensed milk, 

                       the corn flour slurry 

                       and saffron milk one after the other. 

    

Mix everything well & simmer till it turns thick. 

       Pour into silicone moulds and freeze for 4-5 hours or till completely set. 

Garnish with chopped muskmelon pieces, chopped pistachios & dry rose petals.

Thandai Matka Kulfi

           

          Thandai Matka Kulfi is a perfect festive dessert apt for special occasions like Holi. So turn the regular kulfi into something interesting by adding some Thandai Mix powder and voila you get an amazing chilled frozen treat. 

          This is a perfect blend of mixed nuts and spices added to some milk to turn into a flavorful and yummy summer treat. I added some crumbled pedas for a rich and creamy texture. 

           Simultaneously, sugar was replaced with jaggery for a healthy twist. Spoon the kulfi into small matkas (clay pots) and chill to serve. So go ahead and treat yourself and your loved ones to this refreshing and tempting Thandai Matka Kulfi.

• 2 cups full cream milk
• 2 store bough pedas, crumbled
• 1/4 cup Thandai powder
• 2 tbsp. jaggery powder or to taste
• pinch of saffron soaked in 2 tbsp. milk 
• 1/4 tsp. cardamom powder
• 1 tsp. rose water
• pinch of dry rose petals, chopped nuts and saffron to garnish

           In a pan, bring the milk to a boil. Simmer on a low flame for 5 minutes. 

          Add Thandai powder, crumbled peda and jaggery powder. Whisk well to get a smooth and creamy texture. Simmer till it thicken slightly.

          Add the saffron milk, rose water and cardamom powder. Give it a mix and switch off the flame. Keep aside and bring it to room. 

          Spoon the kulfi mix into individual matkas and garnish with chopped nuts, rose petals and few strands of saffron. 

          Chill for 1-2 hours and then enjoy this awesome Thandai Matka Kulfi. 

Jaggery Mawa Kulfi

 

           Kulfi is an equivalent to Indian ice-cream. They are basically frozen dessert prepared with milk and other flavoring agents. They are just perfect during hot summer days or as an after-meal dessert. This is a great party recipe too apt for special occasions. 

           Today I would like to share a healthy, rich and a creamy kulfi with jaggery. So just substitute white sugar with jaggery. I have added some store bought mawa for a creamy texture. To prepare this absolutely easy and delicious chilled dessert, check out the step by step pictorial recipe to prepare this ever popular Indian ice cream. 

• 1/4 cup jaggery
• 2 tbsp. water
• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 1/4 tsp. cardamom powder
• 1 tsp. rose water
• 1 cup grated mawa / khoya / milk solids
• powdered jaggery, chopped nuts, saffron and dry rose petals to garnish

         In a pan, add the jaggery and water. Simmer till it melts completely.

         Add the milk, cardamom powder and rose water. Bring it to a boil and simmer for 2-3 minutes. 

        Add the grated mawa and the powdered nuts. Mix everything well and simmer further till it thickens to a pouring consistency. Keep aside to cool slightly.

          Pour into kulfi moulds or paper cups, covered with an aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight. 

          While serving, dip the moulds in water for a minute to loosen. Serve chilled, garnished with powdered jaggery, chopped nuts, saffron and dry rose petals. 

                             In a pan, add the jaggery.....

                 and water. Simmer till it melts completely.

Add the milk, cardamom powder & rose water. Bring it to a boil & simmer for 2-3 minutes. 

                      Add the grated mawa.....

                       & the powdered nuts. Mix everything well.

Simmer further till it thickens to a pouring consistency. Keep aside to cool slightly.

Pour into kulfi moulds or paper cups, covered with an aluminum foil.

                     Refrigerate overnight and demold them. 

Serve chilled, garnished with powdered jaggery, chopped nuts, saffron & dry rose petals. 

No Fry Fried Ice Cream

 

        This non-fried ice cream is a Mexican inspired dessert but minus any oil. It has a crispy coating but without deep frying. It is crunchy on the outside and soft from within. This is a great party recipe and is apt for a kids party or a kitty party. It is a 'must try' recipe . You can enjoy simply on its own with just a sprinkle of chopped pistachios, like I did or with a garnish of some whipped cream, chocolate sauce or a cherry on the top. Enjoy !!!!

          

             So impress your guests with this easy to make frozen dessert. However, I replaced the cornflakes and cinnamon powder that is typically used. 

            I tried with oats, grated Lindt dark chocolate, brown sugar and cardamom powder and it turned out super yummy.

           You can try with any flavored ice cream of your choice. Make them ahead of time and freeze until serving.

• 4-5 scoops of ice cream
• 1 tbsp. butter
• 1 cup oats
• 1/4 tsp. cardamom powder
• 2-3 tbsp. grated chocolate
• 2-3 tbsp. brown sugar or as needed
• 1 tbsp. chopped pistachio & dry rose petals to garnish

          Scoop the ice cream and arrange them on a butter paper or a muffin tray lined with cling film for easy removal. Freeze for 1-2 hours. 

          Meanwhile, melt the butter in a pan. Add the oats and sauté till it is slightly browned. 

          Add the grated chocolate, brown sugar and cardamom powder. Mix everything well and sauté for 4-5 minutes. Set aside to cool completely. 

          When the ice cream scoops are hard enough, roll them in the crunchy oats mixture and press them gently till well coated from all over.

          Garnish with chopped pistachios and dry rose petals and enjoy, If preferred, you can garnish with whipped cream, chocolate sauce or a cherry.