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Raksha Bandhan usually means one thing: your sibling showing up with a box full of sweets.
But if you or your sibling are trying to stick to your fitness goals, that doesn’t mean you have to skip dessert altogether. There are plenty of lighter options that can satisfy a sweet tooth without making you feel like you’ve completely gone off track.
Here are 8 easy desserts you can make for this Raksha Bandhan.
What You Need: Greek Yogurt, Fresh Fruits, Granola and Honey
This one takes less than 5 minutes to put together. Layer low-fat Greek yogurt with your favourite fresh fruits and a little granola for some crunch. If you prefer it sweeter, add a drizzle of honey.
What You Need: Ripe Avocado, Cocoa Powder, Maple Syrup, Salt and Berries
Craving something chocolatey? This creamy mousse is a simple way to satisfy that craving.
Mash a ripe avocado and mix it with unsweetened cocoa powder, a little maple syrup and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, then top with fresh berries or chopped nuts.
What You Need: Chia Seeds, Milk, Maple Syrup and Berries
Chia pudding is an easy make-ahead dessert that you can prepare the night before.
Mix chia seeds with your choice of milk and a little maple syrup. Add some berries, stir well and refrigerate for a few hours or overnight. The chia seeds will absorb the liquid and turn into a creamy pudding.
What You Need: Apple, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Honey and Peanut Butter
Want something warm and comforting? Try a baked apple.
Core an apple and fill it with a little cinnamon, nutmeg and honey. Bake until the apple becomes soft, then finish it with a drizzle of peanut butter.
It’s sweet, warm and makes for a particularly nice dessert after a Raksha Bandhan dinner.
What You Need: Your Favourite Fruits and Greek Yogurt
Make dessert a little more fun with colourful fruit skewers.
Cut your favourite fruits into bite-sized pieces and thread them onto skewers. Serve them with a bowl of low-fat Greek yogurt on the side for dipping.
You can even turn it into a little sibling challenge: who can make the most colourful skewer?
What You Need: Grated Coconut, Almond Flour and Jaggery
If Raksha Bandhan doesn’t feel complete without ladoos, make a lighter homemade version.
Mix grated coconut with almond flour and a small amount of jaggery. Shape the mixture into small ladoos and refrigerate until firm.
They’re easy to make and give you a homemade alternative to the usual box of sweets.
What You Need: Fresh or Frozen Fruits and Honey or Maple Syrup
For something cold and refreshing, try a simple fruit sorbet.
Blend your favourite fruits such as mangoes, strawberries or mixed berries until smooth. Add a little honey or maple syrup if needed, then freeze for a few hours. Once firm, let it sit out for a few minutes before scooping.
What You Need: Quinoa, Greek Yogurt, Honey, Berries and Nuts
Quinoa isn’t just for savoury meals. It can also make a surprisingly good base for a dessert.
Cook the quinoa according to the package instructions and let it cool. Mix it with Greek yogurt and a little honey, then top it with fresh berries and your favourite nuts.
It’s a simple way to add more protein and fibre to your dessert.
Sometimes, the best thing you can give a sibling, who’s watching what they eat, isn’t another box of mithai. It’s a dessert you made yourself that they can actually enjoy without feeling like they’ve completely fallen off their routine.
And if your sibling has a serious sweet tooth, you can always build them a little MyFitness-friendly gift hamper instead.
Because what says “I love you” better than knowing your sibling’s favourite snack and actually getting it right?
Happy Raksha Bandhan!