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Thandai Cheesecake in Vermicelli Cups
A wonderful fusion recipe that blends flavors and traditions by combining vermicelli with Thandai cheesecake. While vermicelli is commonly used in various Indian dishes,Thandai is a refreshing and hydrating drink served during religious festivals and occasions. This innovative dessert, though initially challenging, promises to be a delightful addition to any party menu.
Making time : 15 minutes
Resting time: 30 minutes
Serving: 12 servings
Ingredients:
For vermicelli cps:
- 200 grams vermicelli
- 50g condensed milk
- 2 tbsp butter
For Thandai Paste:
- 2 tbsp cashew nuts
- 2 tbsp almond (soaked and skin removed)
- 1 tbsp pistachios
- 1 tbsp black peppercorns
- 2 tbsp green cardamom pods
- 2 tbsp fennel seeds
- 2 tbsp melon seeds
- 3-4 tbsp milk
For Thandai Cheesecake :
- 200g cream cheese at room temperature
- 1 tsp saffron dissolved in 1 tbsp warm milk
- 1/2 cup sugar powder
- 4 tbsp Thandai paste
- 200g whipping cream cold
For garnish:
- Sliced pistachios, rose petals and saffron syrup
Instructions:
Making vermicelli cups:
- Roast vermicelli in butter until golden brown, stirring continuously
- Mix in condensed milk and combine well
- Press the warm vermicelli mixture into silicone cups to form cups
- Refrigerate for 1/2 hour or until set
Making Thandai Cheesecake:
- Blend together all ingredients listed under ‘thandai paste’ with little milk to form a smooth paste.
- Infuse saffron in warm milk and let it sit for 10 minutes
- Beat cream cheese until smooth, then mix in powdered sugar and saffron mixture
- Add thandai paste to the cream cheese mixture and mix until well combined
- In a separate bowl, whip cold whipping cream until stiff peaks form
- Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated
- Fill the chilled vermicelli cups with the thandai cheesecake mixture.
- Garnish with sliced pistachios, rose petals, and a drizzle of saffron syrup
Serve chilled.
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