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Valentine’s Day 2025: Five Sweet Treats To Bake on Valentine’s Day for Your Special One

Valentine’s Day is just a day to go, and what better way to show your love and affection than with a delicious, homemade cake? Here are 5 mouth-watering cake recipes to bake for your special someone on Valentine’s Day: Valentine’s Day 2025 Funny Meme Templates: Single This V-Day? Swap Your Sorrow With These Memes, Jokes and Instagram Images That Are Relatable AF.

1. Raspberry Red Velvet Cake

This stunning cake is a classic Valentine’s Day treat. Made with fresh raspberries, red velvet cake mix, and cream cheese frosting, this cake is sure to impress. The raspberry flavour adds a sweet and tangy twist to the traditional red velvet cake.

Raspberry Red Velvet Cake (Photo Credits: Pexels)

2. Chocolate Lava Cake

For all the chocolate lovers out there, this rich and decadent lava cake is the perfect treat. Made with dark chocolate, heavy cream, and butter, this cake is sure to satisfy any chocolate craving. The gooey centre is the perfect surprise for your special someone.

Chocolate Lava Cake (Photo Credits: Pexels)

3. Strawberry Shortcake

This classic dessert is a Valentine’s Day staple. Made with fresh strawberries, shortcake biscuits, and whipped cream, this cake is light, fluffy, and utterly delicious. You can also add a personal touch by writing a sweet message on top of the cake.

Strawberry Shortcake (Photo Credits: Pexels)

4. Vanilla Bean Cake With Raspberry Buttercream

This elegant cake is perfect for a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner. Made with vanilla bean-infused cake, raspberry buttercream frosting, and fresh raspberries, this cake is a masterclass in flavour and texture. The raspberry buttercream adds a sweet and tangy touch to the classic vanilla bean cake.

Vanilla Bean Cake With Raspberry Buttercream (Photo Credits: Pexels)

5. Chocolate-Dipped Cherry Cake

This show-stopping cake is the perfect way to end a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner. Made with moist chocolate cake, cherry filling, and chocolate ganache, this cake is a chocolate lover’s dream come true. The cherry filling adds a sweet and fruity twist to the rich chocolate cake.

Chocolate-Dipped Cherry Cake (Photo Credits: Pexels)

Happy Valentine’s Day!

February 14, 2025
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MIXED BERRIES CAKE (GLUTEN AND SUGAR-FREE)

200 Kcal per serving (Approx)

Mixed Berries Cake (Gluten and Sugar-Free) by Nita Purohit, founder of a gourmet food kitchen

INGREDIENTS:
Sponge cake: 70 gm of almond ﬂour; 30 gm oats ﬂour; 1/4 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/8 tsp salt; 83 gm monk fruit sweetener or date powder; 1/2 cup Greek yogurt; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 cup fresh avocado pulp; 1 tsp vanilla extract; few strawberries and blueberries (ﬁnely chopped); 1 tsp apple cider vinegar; 1 tsp psyllium husk; 1 tsp ﬂax meal Mixed berries compote: 8-10 strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, mulberries, raspberries (chopped); 2 tbsp monk fruit sweetener, 1 tbsp cornstarch Frosting: 150 gm cottage cheese; 100 gm hung curd; 1 tbsp monk fruit sweetener; 1 tsp vanilla extract Garnish: Fresh mixed berries
METHOD:
Start with sifting almond ﬂour, oats ﬂour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Set aside. In another bowl, mix all remaining ingredients for the sponge cake. Combine wet and dry mixtures until smooth. To bake the cake, grease two 6-inch cake tins, pour batter evenly, and bake at 180 degrees Celsius for 14 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let sponges cool completely. To make the compote, cook chopped berries with monk fruit sweetener over low-medium heat until softened. Stir in cornstarch mixed with water and cook until thickened. Let cool. Next, to prepare the frosting, drain cottage cheese, blend with hung curd and monk fruit sweetener until smooth. Chill for 30 minutes, then beat for 4-5 minutes until ﬂuffy. Mix in vanilla extract, transfer to a piping bag, and refrigerate. Next, assemble the cake. Layer it with frosting and berry compote. Garnish with fresh mixed berries. Chill for 30-45 minutes before slicing for the best texture.
Recipe by Nita Purohit, founder of a gourmet food kitchen

GLUTEN-FREE ORANGE CAKE

165 Kcal per serving (Approx)

Gluten-Free Orange Cake by Aditi Garware, a chef and baker

INGREDIENTS:
45 gm of oil; 50 gm jaggery powder; 100 gm Greek yogurt; 50 gm jowar ﬂour; 65 gm rice ﬂour; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp baking soda, a pinch of salt; orange juice and pulp of 1 full orange; 1/4 tsp orange essence (optional); 25 gm almond ﬂakes for garnish
METHOD:
Whisk oil, jaggery powder, orange essence, and yogurt until smooth. Add to it jowar ﬂour, rice ﬂour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Mix well. Stir in fresh orange juice and pulp for a homogeneous batter. Pour the batter into a lined 6×3-inch loaf tin, garnish with almonds, and bake at 170-180 degrees Celsius for 35-40 minutes. Let cool, then slice and serve.
Recipe by Aditi Garware, a chef and baker

Sweets must be consumed in moderation. Choose quality over quantity. Pick dark chocolate or desserts made with natural ingredients like dates-sweetened chocolate and whole wheat cakes. Share a single portion with your partner to savour the experience together. Balance indulgence with healthy meals during the day to prevent sugar spikes

Shalu Nijhawan, a holistic nutritionist

KUNAFA BERRY BITES

261 Kcal per serving (Approx)

Kunafa Berries Bites by Natasha Nazir, pastry chef

INGREDIENTS:
80 gm of pistachio paste; 40 gm melted white chocolate; 30 gm kataiﬁ; 10 gm unsalted butter; 15-20 strawberries; 70 gm dark chocolate and milk chocolate (each)
METHOD:
Melt butter in a pan over medium heat, add chopped kataiﬁ, and roast until golden brown. Then mix the roasted kataiﬁ with pistachio paste and melted white chocolate. Cut off strawberry tops and scoop out the ﬂesh. Fill the hollowed strawberries with the pistachio mixture, then dip in melted chocolate to coat. Place on parchment paper to set. Once hardened, drizzle with melted white chocolate and let dry completely before serving.
Recipe by Natasha Nazir, pastry chef

SUGAR-FREE VALENTINE POPSICLE

20-35 Kcal per serving (Approx)

Sugar-Free Valentine Popsicle by Dhruvi Jain, chef

INGREDIENTS:
2 cups of fresh berries; 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt (or any ﬂavour of your choice); 3 tbsp honey; some popsicle sticks
METHOD:
Blend berries into a purée, adding honey for extra sweetness. In a bowl, mix yogurt with honey. Layer popsicle molds with alternating berry purée and yogurt. Insert sticks and freeze for 4 hours until solid. Run molds under warm water brieﬂy to release popsicles. Serve cold.
Recipe by Dhruvi Jain, chef

CHOCOLATE AVOCADO MOUSSE

308 Kcal per serving (Approx)

Chocolate Avocado Mousse by Natasha Nazir, pastry chef

INGREDIENTS:
1 ripe avocado; 100 gm coconut milk; 20 gm honey; 100 gm unsweetened dark chocolate; some strawberries and whipped cream for garnishing (optional)
METHOD:
Blend ripe avocado, honey, and coconut milk until smooth. In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, melt the unsweetened dark chocolate until smooth. Then mix it into the avocado blend. Whisk the two with a hand beater to add air. Spoon into serving dishes, garnish with strawberries and whipped cream, and serve.
Recipe by Natasha Nazir, pastry chef

February 14, 2025
Magh Bihu 2025: Assam Gears Up for Bhogali Bihu With Pithas, Laddoos, and Various Other Treats; Here’s How Locals Are Preparing To Celebrate Food, Fire and Tradition

Jorhat, January 12: If you visit the villages of Assam at this time of the year, your senses will be delighted by the aroma of traditional delicacies like pithas, laddoos, and various rice-based treats. The rhythmic sound of the dheki–a traditional wooden tool for grinding rice–fills the air as people prepare for one of the state’s most significant festivals: Bhogali Bihu, also known as Magh Bihu.

Magh Bihu, the harvest festival, marks the end of the harvesting season. It is celebrated with great enthusiasm across Assam and symbolizes gratitude to the God of Fire through a ceremonial bonfire, known as Meji. The festival has its roots in Tibeto-Burman cultural traditions and is a time of community bonding, feasting, and rituals. Magh Bihu 2025 Date in Assamese Calendar: Which Day Is Uruka? Know Names of 7 Days of Magh Bihu, Significance, Traditions and Celebrations, Know All About Bhogali Bihu.

Diponjittai, a resident of Jorhat said to ANI “Magh Bihu is a very old festival of Assam. We celebrate Magh Bihu in the second week of January every year. During this festival, all our family members and friends come together to enjoy and celebrate.” “We build Bhelaghar and spend the whole night enjoying. The next morning, we light the Meji and seek blessings from our forefathers for a good harvest in the coming year. We prepare a variety of ethnic and traditional foods, such as Til Pitha, Ghila Pitha, ladoo, and other dishes made from our harvest,” he added.

In Majuli, the world’s largest inhabited river island, and nearby Jorhat district, preparations are in full swing. Women are busy making traditional treats like Til Pitha, Ghila Pitha, and various jalpans (assorted rice-based snacks). Meanwhile, the youth and adults construct Bhela Ghar–temporary structures made of bamboo and straw–where they gather to feast and spend the night in revelry. Makar Sankranti 2025 Calendar: Know Dates of Pongal, Magh Bihu, Lohri, Khichdi Parv and More To Celebrate the Harvest Festival in India.

“After a long wait, Magh Bihu has finally arrived. We prepare various snacks and jalpans. Our youth and adults are busy building Bhelaghar and Meji. Today, we have all come together to enjoy and take part in these preparations. The youth and adults are cutting hay from our cultivated fields to construct the Bhelaghar. I wish all a very happy Magh Bihu,” Chaya Bora, a resident of Majuli village told ANI.

Adding to the festivities, around 700 families from Bhakat Chapori in Majuli have been preparing gur (molasses), a key ingredient in many of the festival’s delicacies. This year, their efforts have been particularly fruitful, with sales of molasses across Assam generating impressive earnings.

“During the time of Bihu, our market thrives as the demand for gur (molasses) increases. During this period, we are able to earn lakhs of rupees. In this season, we sell gur worth around 20,000 rupees per day, so you can calculate the total earnings from this. There are 16 villages in Bhakat Chapori, where most people are involved in sugarcane cultivation. From here, gur is distributed across the state, helping us generate significant earnings,” Deepak Hazarika, a resident of Majuli told ANI.

As the state prepares for this vibrant festival, Bhogali Bihu not only celebrates the fruits of hard work but also strengthens the bonds of community and culture. It’s a time when food, fire, and festivity come together to create an atmosphere of joy and gratitude.

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January 12, 2025
Delicious New Year 2025 Cupcake Recipes: Celebrate with Festive Treats |

Ring in the New Year with scrumptious, festive cupcakes that double as luscious treats and beautiful party decorations. Whether it is an intimate get-together or a grand celebration, these cupcake ideas have a lot to bring smiles and sweetness to your celebration.
Sparkling Champagne Cupcakes
Celebrate with the essence of New Year’s toast in cupcake form.Start with a fluffy vanilla cupcake base infused with champagne or sparkling grape juice for a family-friendly version. Prepare a champagne buttercream frosting by whipping softened butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of champagne. Pipe the frosting onto the cupcakes and top with edible glitter or gold sprinkles for a shimmering effect that screams luxury and festivity.
Midnight Chocolate Overload Cupcakes
Nothing says indulgence like chocolate! Bake rich, moist chocolate cupcakes using dark cocoa powder and a hint of espresso for depth. Frost with a velvety chocolate ganache made by melting dark chocolate and cream. Garnish with a clock-face design using white chocolate or edible gold paint to signify the midnight countdown. Add some extra sparkle before serving with a tiny sparkler lit to brighten up your dessert table.
Confetti Explosion Cupcakes
Bring party time by filling colorful cupcakes with confetti. Prepare your classic vanilla cupcake batter by folding in the rainbow sprinkles before baking it. For your frosting, mix a simple cream cheese buttercream and swirl with vibrant food color. Hollow each cupcake then fill it up with mini M&Ms or edible confetti sprinkles. Cover it afterwards with frosting. When the guests take a bite of these cupcakes, they will have fun discovering the excitement of the celebration.
Golden Caramel Drizzle Cupcakes
Elevate your dessert table with cupcakes that exude elegance and warmth. Start with caramel-flavored cupcakes by adding brown sugar and caramel sauce to a vanilla batter. Frost with a smooth salted caramel buttercream and drizzle homemade caramel sauce over the top. Add a finishing touch with gold leaf flakes or metallic beads to give a regal New Year’s vibe.
Firework-themed Cupcakes
Finish off your party with colorful New Year’s Firework-inspired cupcakes. For the base, use your favorite-cupcake flavors such as vanilla or red velvet. Then top with multi-colored buttercream, blue, red, yellow, and white. Create the effect of a firework explosion using a small piping bag adding contrasting colors in starburst patterns. Finally, top with edible star sprinkles or glitter for that mirror-like fireworks lighting up the night sky.
Tips for perfect New Year Cupcakes
Use metallic cupcake liners for that added festive feel to the final product.
Add a splash of champagne or Baileys to adult-only cupcakes to give it that grown-up twist.
Display the cupcakes on a tiered stand with New Year decorations such as mini clocks, confetti, or LED string lights.
These cupcake ideas inspired with a festive touch are bound to sweeten your New Year 2025 celebration and leave everyone craving for more. Let’s get baking!

January 1, 2025