Propose Day 2024: Check Out Sweet Delicacies To Make The Day Memorable

Surprise your loved one with your culinary skills, crafting dishes that not only taste divine but also speak the language of love.

Sweet delicacies to prepare on propose day

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As Propose Day approaches, get ready to embark on a delightful culinary journey that will make your taste buds bloom with joy. If you are preparing an intimate dinner for two, these delectable treats are sure to elevate your celebrations. Explore a collection of exquisite recipes crafted to add a touch of romance to your festivities and begin a journey of love on a sweet note. Surprise your loved one with your culinary skills, crafting dishes that not only taste divine but also speak the language of love.

1. Saffron Phirni With A Twist Of Nuts (By Narendra Singh Negi, head chef, Kitchen of Sukoon by Akra)

Opt for a dessert fit for royalty – creamy, fragrant, and adorned with jewels of nuts. This Saffron Phirni recipe takes the classic Indian pudding to a luxurious level, infusing it with the exotic aroma of saffron and the richness of nuts. So, get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavours!

Ingredients:

• 100 gm basmati rice (soaked for 30 minutes)
• 1 liter full-fat milk
• A pinch of saffron strands
• 70 gm sugar
• 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
• 100 gm khoya (grated)
• Chopped nuts of your choice (pistachios, almonds, cashews)

Method:

• Dance of the Saffron: In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat half the milk over medium flame for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Let the delicate saffron strands waltz in the warm milk, releasing their mesmerizing fragrance.
• Rice Rhapsody: Add the soaked rice and simmer for 15-17 minutes, stirring gently as the mixture thickens. Imagine the rice grains swirling in a creamy embrace.
• Sweet Symphony: Now comes the sweetness! Add the sugar and cardamom powder, stirring until the sugar dissolves like a melodious tune. Let the phirni simmer for another 12 minutes, allowing the flavors to mingle and deepen.
• Royal Touch: Turn off the heat and let the phirni cool slightly. Don't forget the star ingredient – gently fold in the grated khoya, adding a touch of royal richness.
• Nutty Finale: Finally, the moment of adornment! Shower your phirni with a generous sprinkle of chopped nuts, creating a shimmering crown of nutty jewels.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve this decadent phirni chilled, garnished with a few remaining saffron strands for an extra touch of elegance. Enjoy it as a delightful ending to a special meal or simply indulge in a moment of pure luxury.

2. Raspberry Tiramisu (By Arabinda Seth, Executive Chef at Fairfield By Marriott Kolkata)

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup mascarpone
• 4 tbsp raspberry syrup for cream, plus more for dipping and decorating
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 18 ladyfingers cookies
• 1 cup fresh raspberries
• shaved almonds to decorate
• cinnamon powder to decorate

Method:

• Begin by combining heavy cream and sugar in a mixing bowl, then whip them together on high speed for about 2 minutes until the mixture is light and airy.
• Add mascarpone cheese to the bowl and continue beating until the mixture reaches a fluffy, thick consistency, which typically takes an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
• Once the cream mixture is ready, divide it evenly into two separate bowls to prepare two distinct flavors.
• To one bowl, gently fold in raspberry syrup until well incorporated, creating a luscious raspberry-flavored cream.
• In the other bowl, add a splash of vanilla extract to infuse the cream with a delightful vanilla flavor.
• Begin assembling the dessert by dipping ladyfingers, one by one, into raspberry syrup, ensuring both sides are thoroughly soaked.
• Arrange a layer of these syrup-soaked ladyfingers at the bottom of a baking dish to form a base.
• Spread a generous layer of the raspberry-flavored cream over the ladyfingers, and then adorn it with fresh raspberries and sliced almonds for added texture and flavor.
• Follow up with another layer of dipped ladyfingers, creating a second layer within the dish.
• Finish off the dessert by spreading the vanilla-flavored cream over the ladyfingers layer.
• For a visually appealing presentation, decorate the top with a sprinkle of cinnamon powder, crushed ladyfinger crumbs, additional almonds, fresh raspberries, and a drizzle of raspberry syrup.
• Prior to serving, allow the dessert to refrigerate for several hours or ideally overnight, allowing the ladyfingers to absorb the syrup and flavors, resulting in a deliciously indulgent treat.

 

Raspberry Tiramisu (Image Source: Special Arrangement)

3. Glazed Caramel Nut Pastry (By Sanjiv Singhal owner at Angels in my Kitchen)

Ingredients:

• 206.25 g Dark brown sugar
• 0.31 tsp Kosher salt 
• 2.5 Eggs 
• 1.25 tsp Vinegar 
• 47.92 g Sour cream 
• 34.06 g Vegetable oil 
• 0.63 tsp Vanilla extract 
• 234.38 g Flour 
• 1.25 tsp Baking powder 0.63 Baking soda 
• 150 g Buttermilk 

For Caramel Sauce:

• 71.88 g Butter 
• 0.63 tsp Vanilla extract 
• 0.31 tsp Kosher salt 
• 111.56 g Heavy cream 
• 183.33 g Dark brown sugar

For Butterscotch Buttercream 

• 218.75 g Butter soften 
• 562.5 g Powder sugar 
• 0.63 tsp Vanilla extract 
• 2.5 tbsp Milk 
• 0.31 tsp Kosher salt 
• 36.97 g Butterscotch sauce 

Method:

Make the Caramel sauce 

• Into a saucepan, add all the butter, dark brown sugar, vanilla extract, kosher salt, and heavy cream, and melt them over medium-high mixing constantly until the sugar and butter melts. 
• Bring it to a simmer, and simmer for about 3 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and set it aside to cool. 

Make the cake 

• Into a large mixing bowl, add the softened butter, dark brown sugar, and kosher salt. Mix with an electric hand mixer until well combined. 
• Add the eggs, and mix until well combined and the mixture is smooth.
• Add the sour cream, oil, vanilla extract, and vinegar. Mix well until combined.
• Add the ½ of flour, and add the baking powder and baking soda, add ½ of the buttermilk and mix until almost combined. 
• Add the rest of the flour and buttermilk. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix this.
• Divide the batter into 3 8-inch baking pans and bake in a 180c (350f) preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes (depending on your oven) or until a toothpick is inserted into the cake and comes out clean. 
• Let the cakes cool to room temperature and remove them from the pans. 

Make the buttercream 

• Into a big mixing bowl, add the room temperature butter, salt, powder sugar, vanilla extract, cooled butterscotch, and milk.
• Mix with an electric hand mixer for a few minutes until the buttercream is light in colour and creamy. 

Assembly 

• Pipe a small dollop of the buttercream on the surface that you will frost on. Lay the first cake layer over the frosting dot. 
• Top the first cake layer with ⅓ of the buttercream and spread an even layer of the buttercream with a spatula.
• Drizzle about 2 tablespoon of the butterscotch sauce and spread it with a spoon.
• Top the cake with the second cake layer. Repeat adding the buttercream and butterscotch sauce and top with the third cake layer. 
• Frost the cake with the remaining buttercream and pour the rest of the butterscotch sauce over the cake. Smooth it out with a spatula, creating a marble effect. 
• This cake is best served at room temperature for the best texture. 

 

Glazed Caramel Nut Pastry (Image Source: Special Arrangement)