Curd-based desserts that must be tried once in a lifetime
Curd is yoghurt, but it is a super versatile ingredient. It can be used to create amazing creamy textures and tangy flavors in desserts that are totally irresistible. Here are 9 curd-based desserts that everybody must try at least once.
Shrikhand is a creamy and luscious dessert made by straining curd to remove whey and mixing it with sugar, cardamom, and saffron. This Gujarati and Maharashtrian delicacy is often garnished with dry fruits and makes for a refreshing dessert, especially in summer.
A hallmark of Bengali cuisine, Mishti Doi is a sweetened yoghurt fermented with curd jaggery or sugar. It tastes caramelized and has silky smoothness that makes it one of the best things to have after meals.
A healthier version of curd desserts, frozen yoghurt is a more modern take on ice cream. It can be flavored with fruits, chocolate, or honey and is perfect for those looking for a light and guilt-free dessert option
Bhapa Doi is another treasure from Bengal. Steaming a mixture of thick curd, condensed milk, and cardamom makes it have a custard-like texture and a rich flavor. It is very easy to make and ideal for special occasions.
This fusion dessert will substitute thick curd instead of cream cheese that is equally decadent in this new lightened-down version of classic cheesecake; with graham cracker crust and fruits topped with, it would be worth to enjoy savoring them.
Mor Appam is a South Indian delicacy made from curd, rice flour, and jaggery, deep-fried into small, sweet fritters. They are unique and lesser-known because of their soft interiors and crispy exteriors.