Buddha Purnima, also known as Buddha Jayanti, is around the corner and is a prominent festival observed by Buddhists worldwide to celebrate the birth anniversary of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism.

It's a moment to ponder, pray, and spread joy. What better way to get into the holiday spirit than to indulge in delicious desserts? From traditional sweets to modern delights, here's a list of delectable desserts to enjoy this Buddha Purnima.

Sabudana Kheer

Sago, also known as Sabudana, is a versatile ingredient that can be used for breakfast, starters, snacks, and desserts. It is commonly taken throughout the fasting season and on auspicious days. Sabudana Kheer is a creamy and decadent dessert prepared with tapioca pearls, milk, sugar, and cardamom.

This delicious pudding, garnished with slivered almonds, pistachios, and saffron, is a holiday classic. Its silky texture and subtle flavour make it an ideal finish to a hefty Buddha Purnima feast.

Coconut Ladoo

Coconut Ladoo are bite-sized treats prepared with grated coconut, condensed milk, and cardamom. These delicious delights rolled into small balls and topped with chopped nuts, are simple to create and completely delectable.

Coconut ladoo is a must-have dessert during Buddha Purnima celebrations, thanks to their rich coconut taste and creamy sweetness from condensed milk.

Date and Walnut Halwa

Enjoy the rich tastes of Date and Walnut Halwa, a traditional Indian dessert that is both nutritious and tasty. This sweet delicacy is made by cooking halwa(Sooji), dates, walnuts, and ghee until thick and delectable, then seasoned with aromatic spices like cardamom and decorated with chopped nuts.

Date and walnut halwa is not only a tasty treat, but also a nutritious dessert that is thought to give blessings and good fortune, making it an excellent choice for Buddha Jayanti celebrations.

Saffron Kheer

Saffron Kheer, or Kesar Kheer, is a rich rice pudding with a delicate flavour and brilliant colour from saffron. This delectable dessert is made by cooking rice in milk until creamy and thick, then sweetened with sugar, scented with cardamom, and adorned with slivered almonds and pistachio nuts.

Kesar Kheer served cold or heated, is a timeless favourite representing richness and prosperity, making it ideal for Buddha Jayanti celebrations.

Gur wale Chawal

This sweet and fragrant rice dish contains basmati rice, jaggery, and aromatic spices such as cinnamon, cloves, and bay leaves. It is garnished with fried dried fruits and served warm.

You can also try these sweet delights:

• Vermicelli Kheer

• Paneer Kheer

• Apple Kheer

• Coconut Kheer

As you celebrate Buddha Purnima this year, take advantage of this opportunity to indulge in these delectable sweets that will not only fulfil your sweet appetite but also bring a touch of sweetness to your celebrations. So gather your loved ones, eat these exquisite delicacies, and soak up the festive atmosphere of Buddha Purnima.