It is evident that Indian Food contains a rich variety of sweets, however beat reporters would like to inform you, some of these awesome vegan sweets may be completely dairy free. There are many options out there that do not contain dairy or any animal products and these options taste just as good if not better. Below, find ten of the sweets that the authors would like to offer to the readers in order to avoid eating and enjoying too many sweet days.
Vegan Gulab Jamun
Gulab Jamun is one of the most loved Indian desserts which consists of small round soft spongy balls soaked in a sweet fragrant syrup. In its place, the vegan gulab jamun is prepared with flour and milk which could be almond, soy or coconut but still tastes very sweet and syrupy. The taste and the texture actually are really similar with the old one which makes it a good choice for people who do not want to consume any dairy products but still have an excitement for this charming Indian dessert.
Vegan Kaju Katli
Kaju Katli, also called cashew fudge, is a famous Indian cooking, and there is an equally scrumptious and far healthier alternative to adopting a non-dairy diet. Sweeten it with sugar or jaggery, add some cashew paste and cardamom, and boom, you have this delicious treat that is completely devoid of animal fat. It is very delicious and therefore very popular during festivals as it literally melts in the mouth.
Vegan Gajar Ka Halwa
As far as ‘halwa’ is concerned, ‘gajar ka halwa’ is one of the most sought-after dessert dishes made of carrots. However, the absence of ghee and milk in vegan gajar ka halwa encourages the use of almond or coconut milk. Jaggery has also been used to sweeten up the cooked grated carrots. Although it is a confectionery, it is, however, very nutritious as it is topped up with nuts in its preparation.
Vegan Barfi
One could find numerous variations of Barfi, when it comes to vegan recipes coconut, besan and nuts based barfi are made without milk. Coconut Barfi is a great delicious sweet dish which most of the vegetarian individuals tend to love, and the dish in areas has lovely coconut taste with little sweetness.
Vegan Kheer
Kheer or Call it Indian rice pudding is or Kheer is another source of comfort Desserts that even n Personally benefits from as you can easily mix in almond or churned coconut milk. Once the suitable ingredients are added, rice is also left to simmer in the sweetened plant-based milk along with the spices, nuts and raisins. The recipe sticks to the original idea of Kheer but still does not contain any dairy products.
Vegan Ladoo
Ladoo, made from oats, besan, or coconut is a round-shaped sweet with various variations coming from Indian cuisine. The ghee is replaced with coconut oil or other plant-based fats in this version, while jaggery or maple syrup replaces ordinary sugar. They contain a balanced blend of flavours in small portions, therefore, obese persons afflicted with sugar addiction are free to indulge in them and not feel remorse.
Vegan Malpua
Comes with a Twist: Malpua is a sugar-soaked fried sweet pancake. The vegan version consists of a flour based pancake made with coconut milk, soft & deep fried only until golden. Vegan Malpua is indeed a delicacy with delicate pancakes spiced with cardamom and garnished with nuts.
Vegan Rabri
Rabri is a type of thick, rich dessert, generally made by boiling milk down to a fraction of the volume. Almond milk or coconut milk is used as an alternative to milk to achieve the thick and creamy consistency of Rabri. This dish has a cardamom flavour and can be served by itself or with sweets such as Jalebi. This sweet dish is ideal for people interested in a dairy-free and rich dessert.
Vegan Thandai
Thandai is an energising drink made from a mixture of spices, nuts, and milk, which is often served on various occasions like the Holi festival. Almond or coconut milk can be utilised in this type of thandai in place of normal milk which aids in to enjoy the flavours without dairy. It is a very tasty and refreshing beverage and very ideal for hot weather as well as cosy occasions.
Vegan Mishti Doi
Mishti Doi is a popular dessert from Bengal that is made from sweetened yoghurt, and substitutes in this case doy are replaced to be mishti with soy. Jaggery sweetened flavoured with cardamom is this killer dairy-free version of Mishti Doi retains the deliciously lusciously sweet creaminess that Mishti Doi is known for hence definitely a crowd favourite.
Why Vegan Sweets
With its vast and diverse cuisine, finding vegan friendly sweets in Indian culture is not a huge task. These sweets not only mimic the taste and texture of the traditional ones but hence are healthier and acceptable to apprised users who have some restrictions on their diets. If you are looking for the delicious Indian desserts which do not contain dairy, try these sweets whether it is the melt in the mouth mango spaghetti or the sublime vegan kheer.
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