Diwali 2024: No-Bake Indian Desserts for a Quick Diwali Fix

Diwali is a time for celebration, joy, and of course, delicious sweets! If you’re looking for quick and easy no-bake Indian desserts to impress your guests this festive season, we have got you covered. Dr Dimple Jangda, Gut specialist, author and Founder of Prana by Dimple believes in balancing indulgence with nourishment. Dr Jangda has compiled recipes for your festive indulgence

Coconut Ladoo recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups grated coconut (fresh or desiccated)
• 1 cup condensed milk
• 1 tsp cardamom powder
• Chopped nuts (almonds, pistachios) for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix grated coconut, condensed milk, and cardamom powder until well combined.
2. Shape the mixture into small balls (ladoo).
3. Roll in chopped nuts for added crunch.
4. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

These ladoos are not just tasty; coconut is great for digestion and provides healthy fats!

Chocolate Burfi recipe 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup khoya (dried milk)
• ½ cup cocoa powder
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Chopped nuts for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a pan, melt khoya on low heat.
2. Stir in cocoa powder and sugar until it forms a thick mixture.
3. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
4. Spread on a greased plate and let it cool.
5. Cut into squares and garnish with nuts.

This rich dessert satisfies chocolate cravings while providing a protein boost from khoya.

Fruit Chaat recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 apples, diced
• 2 bananas, sliced
• 1 cup pomegranate seeds
• 1 tsp chaat masala
• Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions:

1. Combine all fruits in a bowl.
2. Sprinkle chaat masala and drizzle lemon juice over the top.
3. Toss gently to mix.

Fruit chaat is refreshing and packed with vitamins—perfect for balancing heavier sweets!

Besan (Gram Flour) Ladoo recipe 

Ingredients:

• 2 cups besan
• ½ cup ghee (clarified butter)
• 1 cup jaggery (grated)
• 1 tsp cardamom powder

Instructions:

1. Heat ghee in a pan and roast besan until golden brown.
2. Add jaggery and cardamom powder; mix until jaggery melts.
3. Shape into small balls once cooled slightly.

Besan ladoos are rich in protein and fiber, making them a guilt-free treat!

Kesar Pista Pudding recipe 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup sugar
• A pinch of saffron strands
• Chopped pistachios for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat milk in a pan; add sugar and saffron.
2. Stir until sugar dissolves; let it cool slightly.
3. Pour into serving cups and chill in the fridge.
4. Garnish with pistachios before serving.

This pudding is light yet indulgent, perfect for those warm Diwali nights. These no-bake desserts are not only quick to prepare but also offer a delightful way to celebrate Diwali without compromising gut health. Enjoy the festivities with these wholesome treats that bring joy to your taste buds! Happy Diwali!