7 Cadbury Desserts for Bhai Dooj Celebrations Tips for Perfect Homemade Treats
Written by deepali verma | October 14, 2025
Have you noticed that the festivals in India not only come with a certain sweet charm but also keep spreading that sweetness in the environment long after the festival period? The truth is that from the delicious heavy syruped sweets to the light barfis, festivals in no way can be felt without a sweet homemade treat that is shared with the family. This year, Bhai Dooj on 23rd October is a day that depicts sibling love and gratefulness. Just like Raksha Bandhan, it is a symbol of the firmest bond among siblings. The sisters who tie the sacred thread to their brothers, among prayers, seek for their good health and as a token, brothers promise to always be there for the sisters. The tradition is known for its background story of Yama and Yamuna, its believed where the sister was thought to bless the brother with wealth and prosperity through praying.
While the rituals and ceremonies are there, families love the part that they always look forward to: sweets. There is a joy in the act of presenting and sharing sweets on Bhai Dooj. Traditional mithai though can never be substituted in charm, yet this year you can opt for a variety of easy, homemade chocolaty desserts made out of Cadbury Dairy Milk, Silk, cocoa powder, and Bournville. These cadbury products are already the staples in most households, and when combined in the form of festival sweets, they are perfect to celebrate with a modern, luxurious twist.
Let us take you through seven fabulous Cadbury dessert ideas for Bhai Dooj celebrations with the tips to make them flawless.
Cadbury Dairy Milk Laddoo
The simplified version of the laddoo, this sweet includes besan (roasted) tied up with melted Cadbury Dairy Milk, ghee, and nuts. It is a soft, chocolaty laddoo that blends well with festive plates and is quite easy to mold at home. To keep the laddoos from sticking, always give the mixture a little time to cool down before you start rolling. Add crushed pistachios to the sweet and colorful DIY for a beautiful touch.
Silk Chocolate Barfi
Barfi is a Bhai Dooj thali necessity. Mixing khoya with melted Cadbury Silk yields a fudgy, rich barfi that's indulgent but homey. Spread the mixture thinly in a greased tray and let it set completely before cutting. Adding a sheet of silver varq gives an instant festive look, just like the mithai shop specials.
Bournville Truffle Balls
For those with a taste for a little boldness, Bournville chocolate truffle balls are the ideal homemade offering. Crushed biscuit, cream, and melted Bournville are mixed to create smooth balls dusted in cocoa powder. Chill at least two hours before serving to keep them firm. They add a classy touch to Bhai Dooj gift boxes.
Cocoa Powder Fudge
Cocoa powder creates unlimited opportunities when you want something hassle-free. Blend condensed milk, butter, and cocoa powder together to create a simple fudge that firms well when refrigerated. Cut into bite-sized squares and dust with cocoa powder lightly when served. For an Indian festive touch, garnish with chopped almonds or cashews. It's a dessert that remains fresh for days.
Cadbury Dairy Milk Kheer Cups
Kheer is a symbol of togetherness in Indian households. This version adds Cadbury Dairy Milk chunks to the creamy rice kheer. Serve it chilled in small cups, and add a sprinkle of saffron strands to balance the sweetness. A handy tip: add the chocolate only after the kheer cools slightly to avoid curdling the milk.
Silk Chocolate Sandesh
Sandesh, the pride of Bengali sweets, gets a chocolate infusion with Cadbury Silk. Kneaded paneer with sugar and melted chocolate forms pillowy sandesh discs that are great to be gifted. Mold them in the form of flowers or roundels, and top them with a cashew or almond. Fresh paneer must always be used for the best results. These sweets not only go down great but also feel celebratory in each mouthful.
Bournville Mousse Cups
For a cold dessert that tastes light and decadent, Bournville mousse is the ultimate choice. Whip cream until stiff, fold in melted Bournville, and chill in tiny festive cups. Serve with a spoonful of whipped cream and grated chocolate sprinkled on top. Whip cream with chilled bowls only, it makes it speedier and provides a stable mousse.