Delight in five exquisite vegan desserts that offer the perfect blend of indulgence and health. Each recipe showcases the natural sweetness and rich flavors of vegan ingredients, making every treat a guilt-free pleasure.
1. Creamy Saffron Kulfi
Ingredients:
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cardamom powder
- A pinch of saffron strands
- Pistachios, chopped, for garnish
Method:
- Combine coconut milk, almond milk, sugar, cardamom, and saffron in a saucepan.
- Bring to a simmer and cook until the mixture slightly thickens.
- Pour into kulfi molds and freeze until solid.
- Garnish with pistachios before serving.
Creamy Saffron Kulfi
Description
Indulge in plant-based sweetness with delectable vegan dessert. Enjoy guilt-free, delicious treat.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Combine coconut milk, almond milk, sugar, cardamom, and saffron in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer and cook until the mixture slightly thickens.
Pour into kulfi molds and freeze until solid. Garnish with pistachios before serving.
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Protein 2g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
2. Zesty Lemon Cashew Cheesecake
Ingredients:
- 2 cups soaked cashews
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- Zest of one lemon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Method:
- Blend dates and a little water to form a smooth paste for the crust. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Blend cashews, coconut oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
- Pour over the crust and freeze until set.
- Thaw slightly before serving.
Zesty Lemon Cashew Cheesecake
Description
Indulge in plant-based sweetness with delectable vegan dessert. Enjoy guilt-free, delicious treat.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Blend dates and a little water to form a smooth paste for the crust. Press into the bottom of a springform pan. Blend cashews, coconut oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Pour over the crust and freeze until set. Thaw slightly before serving.
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
- Protein 5g10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
3. Cooling Paan Ice Cream
Ingredients:
- 2 cups almond milk
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp paan (betel leaf) paste
- 1 tsp fennel seeds, crushed
- Gulkand (rose petal jam), optional
Method:
- Blend almond milk, coconut cream, sugar, and paan paste until smooth.
- Stir in fennel seeds.
- Churn in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s instructions.
- Swirl in gulkand if using, then freeze until set.
Cooling Paan Ice Cream
Description
Indulge in plant-based sweetness with delectable vegan dessert. Enjoy guilt-free, delicious treat.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Blend almond milk, coconut cream, sugar, and paan paste until smooth. Stir in fennel seeds. Churn in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s instructions. Swirl in gulkand if using, then freeze until set.
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 200kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Protein 2g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
4. Vegan Gulab Jamun
Ingredients:
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup coconut flour
- 2 tbsp arrowroot powder
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- Oil for frying
- For syrup: 2 cups water, 1 1/2 cups sugar, a few strands of saffron, 1 tsp cardamom powder
Method:
- Mix almond flour, coconut flour, and arrowroot powder. Add almond milk to form a dough.
- Shape into small balls.
- Heat oil and fry balls until golden.
- Simmer water, sugar, saffron, and cardamom for syrup. Add fried balls and soak for a few hours.
Vegan Gulab Jamun
Description
Indulge in plant-based sweetness with delectable vegan dessert. Enjoy guilt-free, delicious treat.
Ingredients
For Syrup
Instructions
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Mix almond flour, coconut flour, and arrowroot powder. Add almond milk to form a dough. Shape into small balls. Heat oil and fry balls until golden.
Simmer water, sugar, saffron, and cardamom for syrup. Add fried balls and soak for a few hours.
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
- Protein 3g6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
5. Creamy Vegan Kheer
Ingredients:
- 1 cup rice, rinsed
- 4 cups almond milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts
Method:
- In a large pot, combine rice, almond milk, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then simmer until rice is tender and the mixture has thickened.
- Stir in cardamom, raisins, and nuts.
- Serve warm or chilled.
Creamy Vegan Kheer
Description
Indulge in plant-based sweetness with delectable vegan dessert. Enjoy guilt-free, delicious treat.
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a large pot, combine rice, almond milk, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then simmer until rice is tender and the mixture has thickened. Stir in cardamom, raisins, and nuts. Serve warm or chilled.
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 200kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6g10%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Protein 4g8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Conclusion:
A delightful array of treats that prove just how indulgent and varied a vegan diet can be. Whether you’re craving the creamy richness of a kulfi, the zesty tang of a lemon cheesecake, or the traditional sweetness of gulab jamun, these recipes demonstrate that vegan desserts can satisfy any sweet tooth without compromising on flavor or texture. Perfect for vegans and non-vegans alike, each dessert is crafted with health-conscious ingredients and lots of love, making them ideal for sharing with family and friends at any gathering. Dive into these recipes, and let each bite take you on a delicious journey that delights the senses and brings a touch of sweetness to your plant-based lifestyle.
