Snuggle into the season with 7 cozy recipes for the monsoon season, including steamy momos, creamy khow suey, and warm spiced cakes perfect for rainy-day cravings.
The monsoon season brings with it more than just rain. It brings memories—of steaming mugs of chai, newspaper-wrapped pakoras, and conversations that linger longer than usual. It’s a season made for comfort, and what better way to embrace it than with a collection of cozy recipes that warm your soul and fill your home with the scent of spice and love.
1. Jhol Momos
These Nepalese-style momos are served in a tangy, spicy tomato broth that’s perfect for gloomy weather. The dumplings are juicy and garlicky, while the sesame and timur-spiked jhol adds heat and depth. One bowl and you’re wrapped in warmth, no blanket required.
2. Chai-Spiced Butter Cake
Chai Spiced Butter Cake topped with streusel giving the soft cake a crunch. A soft and buttery cake infused with chai and spices. A perfect accompaniment for your evening tea. Now drink your chai and eat it too!
3. Burmese Khow Suey
Khow Suey is a monsoon essential—rich coconut milk broth, noodles, and an array of toppings from crispy garlic to tangy lime. It’s indulgent, comforting, and packed with flavour and texture in every bite. Plus, it’s fully customizable for both vegetarians and meat lovers alike.
4. Coffee Cardamom Chiffon Cakes
These mini chiffon cakes are soft as clouds, perfumed with cardamom, and laced with the rich essence of coffee. The combination is subtle yet powerful—perfect for those who love their desserts light but flavourful. Ideal with a drizzle of coffee cream or on their own with hot chai or coffee,
5. Mexican Coffee Buns (Roti Buns)
These buns are everything the monsoon craves: warm, fluffy bread wrapped around a melting core of butter, crowned with a crisp coffee topping that fills your kitchen with the most intoxicating aroma. Originally made popular in Malaysia and across Southeast Asia, these Mexican-inspired coffee buns are best served hot with—you guessed it—more coffee.
6. Parsi Chutney Cheese Sandwich
Enjoy the nostalgic flavours of the Parsi Chutney Cheese Sandwich, a Bombay classic with zesty chutney, creamy cheese, and soft bread. Perfect for a quick snack or tea-time treat!
7. Coffee Date Cake
Sweet dates complimented by bitter coffee and topped with bittersweet chocolate. This Coffee Date cake is made with a combination of divine flavours.
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