Eid is a special time for us Muslims, filled with happiness, family gatherings, and, of course, delicious food. We love to make our celebrations sweeter with tasty desserts. A well-prepared sweet dish makes everyone’s Eid even more enjoyable. Below are the 8 best halal dessert recipes that we can easily make at home.
1. Sheer Khurma
Sheer Khurma is a traditional Eid dessert that we enjoy with our families. It is a rich and creamy dish made with milk, vermicelli, and dates.
Ingredients:
- 1 liter milk
- 1/2 cup vermicelli
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 5-6 chopped dates
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (almonds, pistachios, cashews)
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 1 tablespoon ghee
How to Make Sheer Khurma:
- Heat ghee in a pan and fry the vermicelli until golden brown.
- Boil milk in a pot and add the fried vermicelli.
- Cook for a few minutes, then add sugar, dates, and nuts.
- Stir well and let it cook for 10-15 minutes until thick.
- Add cardamom powder, mix well, and serve warm.
2. Gulab Jamun
Gulab Jamun is one of the most loved sweets on Eid. These soft and juicy balls soaked in sugar syrup make every bite special.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk powder
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons butter or ghee
- 1/4 cup milk
- Oil for frying
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
How to Make Gulab Jamun:
- Mix milk powder, flour, baking soda, and butter in a bowl.
- Add milk slowly and knead into a soft dough.
- Make small balls and fry them in oil on low heat until golden brown.
- In another pot, boil the sugar and water to make syrup. Add cardamom powder.
- Soak the fried balls in warm syrup for 30 minutes before serving.
3. Basbousa
Basbousa is a soft and moist semolina cake that we can make easily at home. It has a rich and sweet taste, perfect for Eid celebrations.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup semolina
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup yogurt
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sugar syrup
- Almonds for garnish
How to Make Basbousa:
- Mix semolina, sugar, yogurt, butter, baking powder, and vanilla in a bowl.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and place almonds on top.
- Bake at 180°C for 25-30 minutes until golden.
- Pour warm sugar syrup over the cake and let it absorb before serving.
4. Kheer
Kheer is a creamy and delicious rice pudding that we love on Eid. It is simple to make and tastes amazing.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup rice
- 4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts
- 5-6 saffron strands (optional)
How to Make Kheer:
- Wash and soak the rice for 30 minutes.
- Boil milk in a pot and add the soaked rice.
- Cook on low heat, stirring often, until thick and creamy.
- Add sugar, cardamom powder, nuts, and saffron.
- Cook for 5 more minutes and serve warm or chilled.
5. Kunafa
Kunafa is a crispy and cheesy Middle Eastern dessert that we enjoy on special occasions like Eid. It has a perfect balance of sweetness and crunch.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded phyllo dough
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sugar syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon rose water (optional)
- Pistachios for garnish
How to Make Kunafa:
- Mix the shredded dough with melted butter.
- Spread half the dough in a baking pan, then add cheese and cover with the remaining dough.
- Bake at 180°C for 20-25 minutes until golden.
- Pour warm sugar syrup over it and garnish with pistachios before serving.
6. Mango Delight
Mango Delight is a refreshing dessert that we can make in minutes. It is creamy, fruity, and perfect for summer Eid celebrations.
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe mangoes (chopped)
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1/2 cup condensed milk
- 1/4 cup crushed biscuits
How to Make Mango Delight:
- Blend one mango with condensed milk.
- Fold in whipped cream gently.
- Layer crushed biscuits, mango cream, and chopped mangoes in a glass.
- Chill for an hour before serving.
7. Chocolate Dates
Chocolate Dates are a simple yet delicious treat that we love on Eid. They are naturally sweet and rich in flavor.
Ingredients:
- 10 large dates
- 1/2 cup melted dark chocolate
- 1/4 cup crushed nuts
How to Make Chocolate Dates:
- Remove pits from the dates and stuff them with nuts.
- Dip each date in melted chocolate and place on a tray.
- Let them sit in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving.
8. Coconut Ladoo
Coconut Ladoo is a soft and chewy dessert that we can make quickly with just a few ingredients. It is a great sweet treat for Eid.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups desiccated coconut
- 1 cup condensed milk
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts
How to Make Coconut Ladoo:
- Heat condensed milk in a pan and add desiccated coconut.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes, then add cardamom powder and nuts.
- Shape into small balls and let them cool before serving.
These delicious halal desserts will make our Eid celebrations even more special. Enjoy them with your loved ones and make beautiful memories! May Allah bless us all with a joyful and sweet Eid!
