Looking for a taste of India with a modern twist? Look no further than Maharaja Farmer’s Market! We’re your one-stop shop for the freshest local ingredients and innovative takes on classic Indian desserts and drinks.
Want to impress your guests at your next gathering? Our desserts are sure to steal the show. We’re not just talking about your average gulab jamun or kheer. Think decadent gulab jamun cheesecake or a delightful fusion of ras malai and tres leches.
Sweet Innovations with a Desi Heart:
Mango Kulfi Cheesecake
Ingredients:
- 2 cups mango puree
- 1 cup condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cardamom powder
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan and chill.
- Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add condensed milk, heavy cream, mango puree, and cardamom powder, mixing until well combined.
- Assemble: Pour the filling over the crust and freeze for at least 6 hours until firm.
- Serve: Slice and serve chilled, garnished with fresh mango slices and a sprinkle of cardamom.
- Twist: This dessert combines the creamy richness of kulfi with the smooth tanginess of cheesecake, creating a delightful fusion.
Saffron and Rose Lassi Popsicles
Ingredients:
- 2 cups plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup rose syrup
- 1/4 tsp saffron threads, soaked in 2 tbsp warm milk
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
Instructions:
- Blend: Combine yogurt, sugar, rose syrup, and saffron milk until smooth.
- Fill Molds: Pour the mixture into popsicle moulds, leaving a little space at the top.
- Add Pistachios: Sprinkle chopped pistachios into each mould.
- Freeze: Insert popsicle sticks and freeze for at least 4 hours until solid.
- Serve: Unmold and enjoy these refreshing popsicles on a hot day.
- Twist: Transform traditional lassi into a frozen treat with the exotic flavours of saffron and rose, perfect for summer.
Masala Chai Crรจme Brรปlรฉe
Ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- Five egg yolks
- 1/2 cup sugar (plus extra for topping)
- Two black tea bags
- 1 tsp chai masala (spice mix)
Instructions:
- Infuse Cream: Heat heavy cream until it just begins to boil. Remove from heat, add tea bags and chai masala, and let steep for 10 minutes. Discard tea bags.
- Prepare Custard: Whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale and thick. Gradually add the infused cream, stirring constantly.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into ramekins. Place ramekins in a baking dish filled with hot water. Bake at 325ยฐF (160ยฐC) for 30-40 minutes until set.
- Chill: Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Caramelize: Sprinkle a thin layer of sugar on top of each custard. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden brown.
- Serve: Enjoy the creamy custard with a crunchy caramelized top.
- Twist: For an Indian twist, infuse the classic French crรจme brรปlรฉe with the warm, spicy flavours of masala chai.
Tamarind and Mint Margarita
Ingredients:
- 2 oz silver tequila
- 1 oz tamarind concentrate
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- Fresh mint leaves
- Salt for rimming the glass
- Ice
Instructions:
- Prepare Glass: Rim a margarita glass with salt.
- Mix Drink: Muddle fresh mint leaves with simple syrup in a shaker. Add tequila, tamarind concentrate, lime juice, and ice. Shake well.
- Serve: Strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a slice of lime.
- Twist:ย ย Blend the tangy taste of tamarind with refreshing mint for a unique and zesty margarita.
Cardamom and Coconut Panna Cotta
Ingredients:
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cardamom powder
- 1 tbsp gelatin
- 3 tbsp water
- Fresh berries for garnish
Instructions:
- Bloom Gelatin: Sprinkle gelatin over water and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Heat Mixture: Combine coconut milk, heavy cream, sugar, and cardamom powder in a saucepan. Heat until just about to boil. Remove from heat.
- Add Gelatin: Stir in the bloomed gelatin until completely dissolved.
- Set Panna Cotta: Pour the mixture into serving glasses or moulds. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh berries and a sprinkle of cardamom.
- Twist: Combine the rich, creamy texture of panna cotta with the aromatic flavours of Indian cardamom and coconut for a sophisticated dessert.
Gulab Jamun Cheesecake
Ingredients:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup condensed milk
- 1 tsp rose water
- 1 tsp cardamom powder
- 1 cup gulab jamun (store-bought or homemade), cut into halves
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan and chill.
- Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add heavy cream, condensed milk, rose water, and cardamom powder, mixing until well combined.
- Assemble: Pour half of the filling over the crust. Arrange gulab jamun halves on top, then cover with the remaining filling.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until set.
- Serve: Garnish with additional gulab jamun pieces and a sprinkle of cardamom before serving.
- Twist: This cheesecake combines the creamy texture of a classic cheesecake with the sweet, syrupy goodness of gulab jamun, creating a deliciously indulgent fusion dessert.
Maharaja Farmer’s Market: Where Fresh Meets Flavorful
At Maharaja Farmer’s Market, we’re passionate about showcasing the magic that happens when fresh, local ingredients meet authentic Indian flavours with a modern twist. Explore our vibrant selection of seasonal produce, fragrant spices, and ready-made treats that will tantalize your palate! We can also help you find everything necessary to recreate these delicious recipes at home.
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