Royal Falooda Recipe

🍨 Royal Falooda Recipe | Make Royal Falooda at Home

Royal Falooda is one of India’s most luxurious and indulgent layered desserts, originally inspired by Persian cuisine. This chilled drink-dessert is a delightful combination of rose syrup, sweet basil seeds, falooda sev, milk, ice cream, and dry fruits. Popularly enjoyed during Ramadan, Eid, and Indian summer festivals, it’s a must-have when you crave something rich, refreshing, and exotic.

🧾 Ingredients (Serves 2)

Ingredient Quantity
Full cream milk 2 cups (chilled)
Falooda sev (vermicelli) Β½ cup cooked
Basil seeds (sabja/tukmaria) 2 tbsp soaked
Rose syrup 4–5 tbsp
Vanilla or rose ice cream 2–4 scoops
Sugar (optional) 1–2 tsp (if needed)
Chopped dry fruits (pistachios, almonds, cashews) 2 tbsp
Glazed cherries For garnish
Crushed ice or ice cubes Optional

Use full-fat milk and authentic rose syrup (like Rooh Afza) for the traditional taste.

🍽️ Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Royal Falooda

βœ… Step 1: Prepare Falooda Sev

  • Boil water in a pan and cook falooda sev (or vermicelli) until soft (approx. 5–7 minutes).

  • Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to cool.

βœ… Step 2: Soak Basil Seeds

  • Soak 2 tbsp sabja seeds in Β½ cup of water for 15–20 minutes until they swell up.

  • Drain and set aside.

βœ… Step 3: Chill the Milk

  • Boil and cool 2 cups of full cream milk.

  • Chill in the refrigerator. Add sugar if needed.

βœ… Step 4: Assemble the Royal Falooda

Take tall serving glasses and layer in this order:

  1. 1–2 tbsp rose syrup at the bottom.

  2. 1 tbsp soaked basil seeds.

  3. 2 tbsp falooda sev.

  4. Β½ cup chilled milk.

  5. Scoop of ice cream (vanilla or rose).

  6. Top with chopped nuts, cherries, and a drizzle of rose syrup.

πŸ’‘ You can also add jelly cubes or fruit chunks like mango or lychee for a modern fusion twist.

πŸŽ‰ Occasions to Serve Royal Falooda

Royal Falooda is a versatile dessert-drink that suits a variety of occasions:

  • πŸŒ™ Ramadan iftar parties

  • πŸŽ‰ Eid desserts table

  • πŸ₯΅ Summer chillers or dinner parties

  • πŸ₯³ Festive celebrations like Diwali or Holi

  • 🍧 Street food events or Indian themed parties

  • πŸ’˜ Valentine’s Day dessert for two (rose version!)

πŸ₯— Nutrition Facts (Per Glass Approx.)

Nutrient Amount
Calories 320–380 kcal
Protein 6–8 g
Carbohydrates 45–55 g
Fat 10–14 g
Calcium 20% daily value
Sugar 28–35 g
Fiber (sabja) 3–4 g

⚠️ This is an indulgent dessert β€” ideal for festive days or cheat meals.

🌿 Health Tips & Substitutions

Healthier Option Substitute With
Low-fat version Use toned milk and sugar-free ice cream
Vegan version Use almond milk + vegan jelly
Sugar-free Add stevia or dates syrup
Gluten-free Use rice noodles or gluten-free vermicelli

πŸ’¬ Pro Tips for Perfect Royal Falooda

  • Soak sabja seeds ahead of time and keep them chilled.

  • Always chill milk and sev before layering for best texture.

  • For thicker falooda, use condensed milk or rabri milk.

  • Serve immediately after assembling to prevent melting.

  • Layer in transparent glasses to make it visually appealing.

 

⏲️ Storage & Make-Ahead Tips

  • Soak sabja seeds and cook falooda sev ahead of time.

  • Keep milk and ingredients chilled.

  • Assemble right before serving to keep the texture perfect.

  • Avoid storing fully assembled falooda as it becomes soggy.

πŸ“ Interesting Facts

Royal Falooda is a jewel in the crown of Indian summer desserts, offering the richness of tradition with the fun of modern presentation. It’s cooling, delicious, festive, and makes a perfect end to a spicy Indian meal. Whether it’s a Ramadan evening, summer brunch, or a festive party, this homemade falooda will be your showstopper.

So grab your tall glasses, whip up this easy Royal Falooda recipe, and enjoy the ultimate Indian dessert drink β€” chilled, creamy, and layered with love!