Make Eid-ul-Adha 2025 extra special with these must-try delicious desserts.
No celebration in India feels complete without the presence of desserts, which are deeply woven into our cultural and festive traditions. Eid al-Adha, one of the two sacred Eids celebrated by Muslims each year, is no exception. Alongside heartfelt prayers and grand feasts, sweets hold a special place in bringing families together and enhancing the festive atmosphere. With Eid-ul-Adha 2025 just around the corner, it's the perfect opportunity to indulge in traditional and delicious dessert recipes. Read on to discover some must-try dessert recipes to make your Eid celebration truly unforgettable.
This classic dessert is a creamy vermicelli pudding traditionally enjoyed during Eid celebrations. The name comes from Persian, where ‘Sheer’ or ‘Shir’ means milk and ‘Khurma’ refers to dates. The preparation begins by roasting vermicelli until it takes on a rich, nutty aroma, then combining it with milk that has been gently simmered and slightly thickened. As the mixture cooks, the roasted vermicelli infuses the milk with its flavor. Chopped dates are then added, along with dry fruits and nuts, enhancing both sweetness and texture. Adjust the amount of sugar based on the sweetness of the dates and your personal taste.
Kimami Sevaiyan is a rich, festive dessert perfect for Eid. Start by roasting dry sevaiyan until dark brown and set aside. In the same pan, fry makhana in ghee until crisp, then sauté dry fruits and coconut briefly. In a separate pan, prepare a syrup using sugar, khoya, milk, and water. Once it boils, add a little extra milk or water and boil again. Mix in the roasted sevaiyan and dry fruit mixture, cook on low flame for 4–5 minutes, then turn off the heat. Finish with cardamom powder and garnish with almonds, cashews, and raisins for a festive touch.
Nothing quite compares to the delight of homemade baklava—the crisp, flaky layers of phyllo pastry, the rich, crunchy nut filling, and the drizzle of warm honey syrup come together to create a truly irresistible dessert. It’s everything you crave in a sweet treat. To make classic baklava, start by layering buttered phyllo pastry sheets in a greased baking dish. Alternate every few sheets with a mixture of finely chopped nuts (like walnuts, pistachios, and almonds) and cinnamon. Once all layers are assembled, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 45–50 minutes until golden and crisp. Meanwhile, prepare a syrup by simmering sugar, water, honey, lemon juice, and vanilla. Once the baklava is baked, pour the warm syrup over it and let it soak for a few hours.
Almond barfi is easy to make and full of flavor. Begin by soaking almonds, peeling them, and grinding into a smooth paste. In a pan, cook this paste with ghee on low heat until aromatic. Add sugar and a splash of milk, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and starts to leave the sides of the pan. Once done, spread the mixture on a greased tray, flatten evenly, and let it cool. Cut into squares or diamonds and garnish with slivers of almonds or silver leaf. This melt-in-the-mouth sweet is a perfect festive treat for Eid.
To make Qubani ka Meetha, start by soaking dried apricots overnight in water. The next day, deseed them and cook the softened apricots with the same water until they break down into a thick, jam-like consistency. Add sugar to taste and simmer until it blends well and turns glossy. In a separate pan, lightly fry slivered almonds or pistachios in ghee. Once the apricot mixture cools slightly, serve it topped with the fried nuts and a dollop of fresh cream or custard. Your tangy sweet dessert is ready!
