Raksha Bandhan special: 5 Easy and healthy dessert recipes for guilt-free Rakhi

New Delhi: Celebrate Raksha Bandhan with these delicious yet healthy desserts that are sure to make your festivities sweeter without any guilt. These recipes use wholesome ingredients and natural sweeteners, making them a perfect treat for you and your loved ones.

Oats and dates laddoo

Ingredients for making oats and dates laddoo

1 cup rolled oats
1 cup pitted dates
1/4 cup almonds
1/4 cup walnuts
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp honey (optional)
1 tsp cardamom powder

Method for making oats and dates laddoo

Dry roast the oats in a pan until lightly golden. Allow them to cool.
In a food processor, blend the oats, dates, almonds, walnuts, and chia seeds until well combined.
Add cardamom powder and honey if using. Blend again until the mixture sticks together.
Roll the mixture into small balls and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Ragi (Finger Millet) halwa

Ingredients for making ragi halwa

1/2 cup ragi flour
2 cups milk (or almond milk)
1/4 cup jaggery (or honey)
2 tbsp ghee
1/4 tsp cardamom powder
A handful of chopped nuts (almonds, cashews, pistachios)

Method for making ragi flour

Heat ghee in a pan and roast the ragi flour on a low flame until it releases a nutty aroma.
Gradually add milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
Add jaggery and cook until the mixture thickens.
Sprinkle in the cardamom powder and mix well.
Garnish with chopped nuts and serve warm.

Quinoa kheer recipe

Ingredients for making quinoa kheer

1/2 cup quinoa
2 cups milk (or coconut milk)
1/4 cup jaggery
1/2 tsp cardamom powder
1 tbsp raisins
A handful of chopped nuts (almonds, cashews)

Method for making quinoa kheer

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly and cook it in water until soft.
In a separate pan, heat the milk and add the cooked quinoa.
Stir in the jaggery and cook until the mixture thickens.
Add cardamom powder, raisins, and nuts.
Serve warm or chilled.

Coconut and almond barfi

Ingredients for making coconut and almond barfi

1 cup desiccated coconut
1/2 cup almond flour
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
1/4 cup coconut oil
1/2 tsp cardamom powder
A pinch of saffron strands (optional)

Method for making coconut and almond barfi

In a pan, melt the coconut oil and add desiccated coconut and almond flour.
Stir in the honey or maple syrup and cook until the mixture thickens.
Add cardamom powder and saffron, mixing well.
Pour the mixture into a greased tray and flatten it evenly.
Once cool, cut into squares and refrigerate until set.

Fruit and yoghurt parfait

Ingredients for making fruit and yoghurt parfait

1 cup Greek yoghurt
1/2 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
1/4 cup granola
1 tbsp honey or agave syrup
Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Method for making fruit and yoghurt parfait

In a glass, layer the Greek yoghurt, mixed berries, and granola.
Drizzle with honey or agave syrup.
Repeat the layers and top with a few mint leaves.
Serve immediately for a refreshing and healthy dessert.

Enjoy these guilt-free desserts this Raksha Bandhan, making your celebration both sweet and wholesome!

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