When we think of sweets at Indian weddings, be it the favours gifted with the invitation, or during the wedding days itself, probably the first one that comes to mind is the delicious motichoor laddoo. The huge dried motichoor laddoo is synonymous with weddings, with halwais offering beautiful packaging for individual laddoos specially to be given to guests. But with changing times, couples are progressively looking for newer alternatives for sweets, away from the desi-ghee laden sweets that can be quite difficult on the tummy. Here are our top picks for replacements for mithais, that will leave your guests impressed and talking!

Cupcakes

These tiny cakes have been all the rage for the last few years, so who says they can't be a part of your wedding as well? Wow your guests with an assorted box full of exotic cupcakes ranging from dark chocolate, mocha to red velvet with cream cheese frosting, and no one will be missing that kaju katli! Cupcakes also make for beautiful displays at the wedding itself, with tiered cake stands and multiple colours standing out among all food items.

Gems / M&Ms

Several customs at weddings involve guests meeting the couple to give gifts or blessings, and then feeding them a mithai as shagun. While this is a heart-warming tradition, after being fed 5-10 pieces of heavy sweets, it can be a pretty taxing experience for the bride and groom. Gems or M&Ms offer a nice reprieve from the sweet overload as they're small in size, add colour to the ceremony, and present a pleasant novelty for the guests!

Flavoured marshmallows

Another item that is not too sweet, and adds colour without adding heaviness is marshmallows. You can couple them with other candies to create an interesting assortment box or display. And if you'd like to really go fancy at your venue, add a fondue! Choose the candy of your choice to dip, coat it with the fondue, add sprinkles to make it pretty and pop it in your mouth for a burst of flavours! Pretty and delightful!

Chocolate coated dry fruits

Dry fruits are traditional gifts at weddings. But add a dash of chocolate coating, and you have innovative sweets that are sure to be a favourite! Chocolate coated dry fruits are available in the market, and can also be made-to-order from a chocolatier. Easy to make and so much healthier, you just can't go wrong with these!

Macaroons

Nothing says sophisticated like a macaroon. These delicious Italian-French delicacies are full of subtle flavours not available in any other traditional sweet, be it lavender, rose or apricot-black tea! These small pastel coloured desserts aren't just tasty to eat, but also add classiness to any décor with beautiful macaroon towers from which guests can pluck out the macaroon of their choice to taste!

Fruit arrangement

Last, and by far the most classic is a fruit arrangement. Go healthy and stylish by carefully designed and manicured fruit arrangements at your venue from small singular bowls to entire towers and sculptures made of fruits! With centrepieces and buffet displays so beautiful, you'll almost feel bad digging into them to eat!

With so many unique options, why go with the same old mithai when you can be trendy and different? Believe us, a lot of tummys and taste buds will be thanking you!