As the festivities of Diwali come to a close, many of us find ourselves with a delightful surplus of sweets.

While enjoying these treats is a pleasure, it’s also an opportunity to get creative in the kitchen!

In this post, I’ll share a unique recipe that transforms your leftover mithai into a delicious Leftover Sweets Trifle.

This easy, layered dessert not only reduces waste but also showcases the rich flavors of your favorite sweets in a fresh and exciting way.

Let’s turn those leftovers into something extraordinary!

Mithai trifle

Ingredients

Leftover Sweets: 2-3 cups (e.g., barfi, ladoo, or any dry sweets), crumbled

Whipped Cream: 1 cup (store-bought or homemade)

Fruits: 1 cup (chopped, like bananas, mangoes, or berries)

Nuts: 1/2 cup (chopped, for garnish)

Milk or Custard: 1 cup (optional, for extra creaminess)

Chocolate Syrup or Honey: for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Base:

Crumble your leftover sweets into small pieces. If they are too hard, you can microwave them for a few seconds to soften.

Layering:

In a clear glass or trifle bowl, start by adding a layer of crumbled sweets at the bottom.Follow this with a layer of chopped fruits, then a layer of whipped cream. If using, you can also add a layer of custard or a drizzle of milk for extra richness.

Repeat Layers:

Repeat the layers until the glass is filled, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.

Garnish:

Top with chopped nuts and a drizzle of chocolate syrup or honey for added flavor.

Chill and Serve:

Refrigerate the trifle for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!

TipsVariations:

Feel free to mix and match the fruits based on what you have on hand.

Presentation:

Use clear glasses to showcase the beautiful layers.

Add a Twist:

Incorporate a splash of flavored syrup (like rose or khus) for a unique touch.