Desi Bakes 85 Recipes Bringing the Best of Indian Flavors to Western-Style Desserts

Magical bakes that meld traditional Indian flavors with Western baking techniques to bring the wow factor to your home baking.

A new world of over-the-top glamour and bling awaits both home bakers and industry professionals alike in Desi Bakes. Acclaimed baker Hetal Vasavada shares 85 delicious and eye-catching recipes for anyone looking to expand their knowledge of Indian flavors and traditions. With clear instructions and gorgeous photographs, these creations are perfect for special occasions or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Saffron Madeleines, Masala Chai Semifreddo, and Kesar Pista Cream Puffs are just a few of the treats sure to delight. .

Explore traditional Indian holidays through a fresh lens, discover what to bring to a friend's Diwali celebration, and learn how to mirror beautiful Indian textiles with cookie icing. The recipes also include adjustments for gluten-free, egg-free, and vegan diets, ensuring there is something for everyone. From cookies and cakes to puddings, frozen desserts, and drinks, Desi Bakes. brings vivid color and spice to all of life's sweet moments.

Hetal Vasavada grew up in New Jersey in a family of wonderful Gujarati home cooks who raised her on chai, cardamom-spiced shortbreads, and sweet puddings. After a cross-country move, Vasavada started to recreate the flavors of her childhood—this time in her own style—which eventually landed her a spot on Gordon Ramsay’s MasterChef, where she was the show’s first Hindu vegetarian contestant. Vasavada is the author of Milk and Cardamom, has a successful Instagram channel (@milkandcardamom), blog and online pop-up bakery, and is a contributor at Bon Appétit, Food & Wine, Eater, Cherry Bombe, Food52, and more. Hetal is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.