Independence Day is a special occasion where you get to celebrate the spirit of patriotism with the entire nation. This day serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by countless freedom fighters who fought bravely for the liberation of our country. It's not just any festival; it is a tribute to India's glorious history and a celebration of freedom. This is why you cannot celebrate Independence Day just like any other celebration; it has to be special, unique, and memorable every year.
For such a special celebration, all the treats need to be special. Independence Day desserts should reflect the spirit of patriotism in every aspect. Without this, the day will just be an ordinary day. Every treat on the table must reflect the spirit of freedom. And what better way to do that than by presenting tricolor treats that not only look appealing but also taste delightful. Here are a few ideas of tricolor sweets you can try to make the Independence Day celebration memorable.
Coconut ladoo has been a festive treat for centuries. It is sweet, healthy, sugar-free, and gluten-free, it is perfect for individuals with dietary restrictions and those trying to reduce their sugar intake. All the sweetness in coconut ladoo comes from condensed milk, which also works as the binder. Additionally, coconut has a natural sweetness, so you don't need to add sugar to it. For Independence day, you can color some part of the shredded coconut with orange and green and bind it together with the white ones. Use saffron for orange and matcha for green and make tricolor coconut ladoo.
Barfi is a versatile sweet that can be made in many different ways. One of the most popular methods for making barfi is by layering it. When different flavors are layered together, the barfi becomes appealing and more flavorful. The flavors used can be complementary yet contrasting, which makes the experience of eating barfi all the more memorable. This is also a perfect opportunity to make a tricolor Layered Barfi that resembles the Indian national flag. For this, divide the mawa barfi mixture into three parts and color one with saffron for orange, and the other with spinach or matcha for green. Then, layer them and freeze until set. Once set, cut it into diamonds and serve.
Rasgulla is also one of the treats that you can prepare with as many color additions as you want. With the white backdrop, any topping looks mesmerizing. When you prepare rasgulla with the addition of gulkand, it makes the sweet delicious beyond your expectations. You can prepare a stunning rasgulla delight for Independence Day by adding saffron strands to the orange pecks and topping it off with pistachios for a green tint. This makes rasgulla irresistible and reflects the tricolor most deliciously.
Whenever there is a celebration, no matter how small, jalebis become the most preferred way to sweeten the mouth. The crispy jalebi always reminds me of childhood memories. Turn the simple jalebis into something eccentric with the addition of a tricolor appeal to make them perfect for Independence Day celebrations. For this, simply add white rabri to the jalebis and top it off with chopped pistachios for a touch of green color. You can also drizzle it with green colored cream to make it look gourmet.
Sandesh is a beloved Bengali delight loved all across the nation. It is one of those treats that you can never say no to. Soft, sweet, and delicious, sandesh is the best sweet ever made with dairy. Its white color gives way to numerous color options for garnish, allowing you to turn it into a tricolor delight with just the addition of orange zest, cardamom, and pistachios. For a more orange tint, you can also add a few strands of saffron to it.
Divide the cupcake batter into three. Color 2 parts with saffron and spinach puree, respectively, to make the tricolor batter, and then layer the batter in cupcake molds. Then just bake and watch how the layers turn out. This simple dessert will become spectacular with the addition of tricolor. For the icing, you can use whipped buttercream colored with matcha and saffron.
Trifle is one of the best desserts for mixing colors and flavors together. With a trifle, you can combine various ingredients into one dessert to make a layered masterpiece. To create a tricolor trifle, simply layer different desserts that resemble the three colors of the flag. You can use any dessert of your choice along with fruits to decorate the dessert your way. One example to get you started with making the trifle is a saffron-flavored cake with vanilla custard and pistachio mousse. Another option you can try is layered oranges with whipped cream and grapes.