Indulge in Malai Stuffed Dates, a fusion of thickened milk and luscious dates, perfect for adding elegance to any celebration.
Holi is a festival of colors, joy, and indulgence. While traditional sweets like gujiya and malpua reign supreme, there’s always room for a delightful surprise. This year, give your festive spread a modern yet nostalgic twist with Malai Stuffed Dates. These bite-sized treats marry the richness of thickened milk with the natural sweetness of dates, creating an elegant dessert that’s both effortless and indulgent.
Indian festivals celebrate dairy-based sweets, and Holi is no exception. From rabri to kheer, creamy textures define the season’s indulgence. Malai, or clotted cream, is a quintessential ingredient in many festive dishes. Pairing it with dates, a natural sweetener packed with caramel-like richness, these Malai Stuffed Dates offers a refined balance of flavors while keeping the process simple and mess-free. This one will remind you of the Malai Jamun, So good and comes together really quick.
Why You’ll Love These
- Quick & Easy: No major cooking required, just simple assembling.
- Healthy-ish: Dates add natural sweetness, reducing the need for excess sugar.
- Elegant & Festive: The garnishes make them visually stunning and perfect for festive gatherings.
Their luxurious texture and rich flavors celebrate the essence of the festival without the fuss of elaborate preparation. So, this fesive season, add a new star to your festive platter and watch them disappear in no time!
Storing
Malai doesn’t freeze well, so these stuffed dates are best enjoyed fresh. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. If serving later, allow them to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before eating to enhance the flavors.
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Malai Stuffed Dates
Cuisine: Indian, FusionDifficulty: Easy25
pieces15
minutes10
minutes300
kcalIndulge in Malai Stuffed Dates, a fusion of thickened milk and luscious dates, perfect for adding elegance to any celebration.
Ingredients
25 Medjool dates (or any soft, large variety)
60 ml Whole milk
70 g Powdered Milk
1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
2-3 Saffron Strands
1 tablespoon chopped pistachios
1 teaspoon rose petals (for garnish)
A few saffron strands (for an extra festive touch)
Directions
- Prepare the Dates: Make a small slit along one side of each date and remove the pit while keeping the date intact.
- Make the Malai Filling: In a pan, pour whole milk with powdered milk and cardamom powder. On medium flame, stirring constantly, cook the mixture well to create a creamy yet thick filling. Once the mixture reduces and thickens switch off the flame and let it cool. Stir in the saffron.
- Stuff the Dates: Using a small spoon or piping bag, fill each date with the malai mixture.
- Garnish: Sprinkle or press in chopped pistachios, rose petals, and a saffron strand over the stuffed dates for a festive touch.
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