7 Traditional Eid-E-Milad Desserts You Can Give A Chocolate Makeover

Eid-e-Milad is among the most important festivals in Islam. On this day, the birth of Prophet Muhammad is celebrated throughout the world. This day marks the day of his arrival, which is remembered as a moment of divine mercy and guidance for humanity. The festival is celebrated with prayers, recitations of the Quran, and delightful treats to share with the whole community which make the festival more enjoyable. In fact, without the sweet treats on the table, no festival would feel complete. When thinking about making festive sweets at home, you might be puzzled about whether to choose between a few traditional dessert choices or from the festive fusion options. But for times like these, you need treats that are traditional, reflect the values of the culture, and yet strike as something new and out of the ordinary so the evening can be memorable. So it's best to try a happy mix of traditional and modern.

It is true that sometimes it becomes really challenging to think out of the box and turn the same traditional treats into something extraordinary. But before you fret, this article will come to your rescue when you want ideas for turning traditional treats into modern fusion. You will be surprised to hear that you can do it just with the simple addition of chocolate into the well known and loved treats that adorn the Eid table. That’s right! You may not believe how delightful the treats turn out when you add a touch of chocolate into them.

When you add chocolate to a few traditional treats like sheer khurma, kheer, and barfi, they immediately turn into a gourmet fusion which looks just as good as it tastes. Chocolate pairs up beautifully with Eid traditional treats since many are made with milk as the base, chocolate becomes a flavorful addition to them, giving a depth of flavor and turning the plain flavor of milk into something delightful. Chocolate is widely used in Middle Eastern treats and as an addition to Eid-e-Milad desserts it will bring the continental and Middle Eastern vibe to your desserts. From simple vermicelli to elegant truffles, these dessert ideas will make the treats stand out. Check out these chocolatey sweets and prepare them for Eid-e-Milad for your entire family.

1. Sheer Khurma with Chocolate Garnish

The traditional vermicelli milk pudding can be topped with a drizzle of melted dark chocolate and sprinkled with cocoa-dusted almonds for a richer flavor. This combination will make the vermicelli kheer more deeper in flavor and as cocoa absorbs in every strand of vermicelli, the flavor will become immensely good.

2. Chocolate-Dipped Dates

Dates are an important part of Islamic treats. In almost every recipe, dates are used as a sweetener, a flavor enhancer, and a texture booster as well. Since dates are so important, why not make them more fun by coating them with chocolate! All you have to do is coat the pitted dates in thick melted chocolate and serve it with flavorful garnishes like crushed almonds and pistachios. This will make up for a perfect bite-sized dessert.

3. Chocolate Barfi

Barfi is a favorite of many Indian festivals. It is sweet, delicious, and bite-sized, so it is perfect for gifting as well as serving alongside other treats on the festive platter. Classic barfi made with milk solids can be layered with a smooth chocolate ganache or topped with a dusting of cocoa powder for a fusion dessert.

4. Cocoa-Infused Laddoos

Laddoos are a fun festive treat which is unique to India. It resembles the traditional Indian vibe and makes up for a delightful addition to the festive platter alongside other bite-sized treats like barfi and dates truffle. Add cocoa powder or melted chocolate to besan or coconut laddoos for a delightful twist. Roll them in chocolate sprinkles or shredded coconut for extra flair.

5. Chocolate Phirni

Phirni is typically a rich rice based pudding flavored with spices and sweetened into a delicious dessert. You can elevate the classic phirni with the addition of melted chocolate swirled into the mix. Serve chilled in earthen pots with more grated chocolate on top for a luxe touch.

6. Chocolate Gulab Jamun

Gulab jamun can make anybody's mouth water with its rosy fragrance and luscious flavor. But with a hint of chocolate, it gets even more appealing. Just soak gulab jamuns in a light chocolate syrup or stuff them with tiny chocolate chips before frying. The result will be so delicious, you won’t stop eating them!

7. Chocolate Sewaiyan Truffles

You can even spruce up leftovers for a treat after the festival. Make this chocolatey delight with leftover sweet sewaiyan (vermicelli) by turning them into truffles. Just freeze them, add some condensed milk, bind into balls, and dip in melted chocolate for coating. Then just freeze one last time and serve once set.