Our sensational Strawberry Cheesecake Falooda recipe promises a burst of delectability in every spoonful! Whether you’re observing Ramadan or simply craving a sweet treat, this dessert is bound to make you run for seconds.
It offers a refreshing twist on a beloved classic, perfect for sharing with family and friends during Ramadan gatherings or any special occasion.
Strawberry cheesecake falooda
Ingredients
- Falooda filling
- 3 tsp sweet basil seeds (sabja) (We got ours from Atlas Trading Co.)
- 6 scoops vanilla ice cream
- 1⁄2 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup milk
- Icing sugar to taste
- Lemon juice to taste
- To serve
- Turkish delight
- Toasted vermicelli noodles (We got ours from Atlas Trading Co.)
- 1⁄4 cup rose syrup
- Dehydrated strawberries or dehydrated rose petals
- Chopped pistachios
- Gold leaf, for beauty (optional)
Instructions
Falooda filling
Place the sabja seeds in the water and allow to bloom while you make the falooda – around 15 minutes.
Combine the ice cream, cream cheese and milk together in a blender. Add icing sugar and lemon juice to taste.
To serve
Pour rose water into the bottom of the glass and slowly pour ice-cream filling into glasses, leaving 5 cm from the top.
Top with soaked sabja seeds, Turkish delight, toasted vermicelli, dehydrated strawberries and chopped pistachios.
Notes
Soaked/boiled falooda can also be used in the recipe. Follow package instructions.
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