Classic Diwali Sweet Recipes

If you are a Guajarati living abroad and missing your mother’s homemade Mohanthal, here is the perfect recipe video which shows you how to make this besan barfi or gram flour fudge, with the correct texture and taste that will remind you of the homemade... - 131.261

GETTING READY 1. In a dry blender, add the cashews, almonds and pistachio one at a time and blend separately into a powder. 2. Using a sieve, sift each flour in separate bowls until an even and fine consistency of powder is achieved. MAKING 3. For the Kaju... - 124.416

Soft boondi laddu has ruled the Indian sweets market for centuries. This video shows you how to make the king of all Indian sweets at home and it will taste even better as you can have it fresh out of the pot. So are you the one with that sweet tooth, if yes... - 120.729

A festival delight made out of freshly ground rice flour and jaggery offered to the Gods. As far as I can remember my grandma used to make these the best.....crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Although the ingredients list is simple enough the... - 119.364

MAKING 1. In a saucepan add sugar, water, saffron and cardamom powder and boil on medium heat to get 1 1/2 thread consistency syrup. 2. In a measuring cup add 1 cup besan, melted ghee mix a little and add water and mix well to make the batter. 3. Heat oil in... - 119.025

One of the most popular desserts from Indian is Indian Carrot Halwa. This carrot pudding is probably one of the easiest desserts to make, but still it rules the palates of most of the Indians. Watch this video to prepare this delicacy at home. - 115.016

Mysore pak has to be one of the most popular sweets in Karnataka and an all time favorite of children and adults alike. These diamond shaped or rectangular, very porous, melt in the mouth kind of sweets are not to difficult to prepare at home. - 112.91

Like coconut fudge? Then try this homemade Indian fudge. It’s actually a version of the typical coconut barfi but a little less crumbly. And fudge sounds better than barfi doesn’t it? All you need is 5 basic ingredients, cooked in a large wok on low heat... - 112.387

MAKING 1. Mix condensed milk, coconut, cardamom well and nuts(if adding). 2. Grease your hands with little ghee or butter. 3. Make small balls of mixture and put them on plate or in cupcake cups. 4. If you wish, roll your balls in coconut to get more coconut... - 111.262

As Diwali is nearing and if you're planning to make some homemade sweets, then do try this yummy recipe. The chef shows a simple and easy recipe to make karanji. This is a very famous sweet dish that Indians eat on Diwali. Many make it at home itself. Before... - 107.317

Semolina desserts are easy to make and have a universal appeal. Watch chef Aarsi showing how to make Sooji Halwa or semolina dessert using semolina flour and a few Asian sweet seasoning ingredients. Comforting dessert to serve loved ones! - 105.629

MAKING 1. To make khoya, into non-stick cooking pot pour milk, add the dry milk powder and stir continuously over low heat. 2. In another pan over medium heat add clarified butter, add bottle gourd and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes. 3. Add cardamom... - 94.789

Ask a Bengali what is his favorite of all the Bengali sweets and the answer undoubtedly will be “Rosogulla.” The Bengalis abroad crave for these and wait for relatives to visit or ask them to ship the canned ones to them on festive occasions. Learn how to... - 67.9619

Here is an easy to prepare sweet jalebi recipe that is sure to brighten up your festive days!These crispy fried sweet jalebis are so delicious to bite on, that everyone will keep coming back for more. - 54.5331

Are you looking for simple way to make Motichoor Laddu? This recipe is perfect for you. Motichoor Laddu is the most popular Indian sweet. It is extensively used during Diwali ,Ganesh Pooja and other festivals .According to Hindu belief Motichoor Laddu is the... - 52.145

Karanjis are fried sweet dumplings made of wheat flour and stuffed with dry or moist coconut delicacies. During Diwali this dish made throughout India but is called by different names. Karanji, also known as Gujiya and Pirikiya, is a dish that is famous all... - 51.413

Puran Poli is a traditional and classical type of sweet flatbread made on as a sweet or dessert during auspicious occasions and festivals in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Goa, Andra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. There are many variations to the stuffing for... - 51.2267

Basundi a very popular Indian dessert is made in Bihar, Maharashtra, Gujarat and Karnataka during the festive occasions of Dussehra, Diwali, Kali Chaudas and Bhaibeej.This creamy sweetened dense milk dessert is similar to the North Indian Rabri or Rabdi. It... - 50.9067

Ghewar is a delicious Indian sweet. It is a very popular sweet in Rajasthan and usually served as dessert. It is generally prepared in January for Makar Sankranti, in March-April for Gangaur and in July-August for the Teej festival. Cook, share and enjoy... - 50.4943

These sweet chaklis should be a part of the Diwali snack assortment. It is a very popular Gujarati, Maharastrian and Andhra crispy fried snack made during the festive season. There are many variations but these ones made of rice flour and jaggery are the... - 50.4887

This is a kid friendly Gajar Ka Halwa recipe. My grand mother used to make this Gajar Ka Halwa whenever I visited her. This reminds me of sweet memories of childhood. Gajar ka Halwa, also known as Carrot Halwa, is a very popular sweet dish in India. This is... - 50.3448

These are sweet rice flour dumplings. They are very delicate and tender. - 48.9483

Karanji, popularly known as gujiya is an all-time favorite sweet in India. At this time of diwali, every home has its own version of this very popular sweet. - 48.1949

For the filling: Roast rava in a 1/2 to 3/4th cup pure ghee till it turns golden in colour.(It gives out a light fragrance) and set aside. In a separate pan roast khus khus in ghee till pink in colour. Add desiccated coconut and roast for five to seven... - 48.1249

Shahi Tukda, is one of the most simple yet stunning dish. As diwali, the festival of light approaches the consumption of sweets would go on an all-time high. Various kind of sweets would be available in the market, but this one dish is certainly what you can... - 48.0972

Karanjias are traditional Maharastrian-Gujarati sweet snacks made during the festive occasion of Diwali. They are also known by different names such as Gujiyas, Karanjis, Ghugharas, Nevris, Pirikiya or Karjikayis. These fried dumplings are stuffed with a... - 48.0394

Chop finely almond and pista. Boil milk in a heavy pot. Simmer (boil slowly at low temperature) for ten minutes, after it starts boiling. Stir while boiling. Mix in sugar and stir till dissolved. Take off fire, mix in saffron, cardamom, almonds, pista. Cool... - 47.7713

MAKING 1)In a saucepan, heat ghee and fry the semolina until golden. 2)Add sugar and milk and cook in low heat until semolina is cooked. 3)Then, add khoya and mix until well incorporated. 4)Add remaining ingredients and turn off heat. SERVING 5)Decorate... - 47.6863

Jangri is a crispy, puffy, juicy sweet. A south indian delicacy made out of black urad dal. Try and enjoy!! - 47.2744

GETTING 1)Put the yogurt in a clean muslin cloth, fold it up into a loose bundle and hang for a couple of hours or until excess moisture drips through. MAKING 2)Take a large bowl, and put the yogurt and add sugar. Beat until sugar dissolves and mixture is... - 47.1181

If you like Bihar you will love this Balushahi recipe. This recipe is just the way it is prepared in Bihari homes. It is an unique and traditional dessert. It is extensively used during rakshabandhan and diwali. Try this balushahi recipe and enjoy. - 46.8598

An easy to make date pancake recipe just for you. The date stuffed deep fried pancake is sure to be a hot favorite at your place. This simple date pancake recipe is one that your kids too would love. Try the melt these date pancakes in your mouth and do let... - 46.4986

Hang the curds in a muslin cloth in a cool place for approximately 3 hours until all the liquid (whey) has drained off.Rub the saffron into the warm milk until it dissolves.Mix together the hung curds, sugar, saffron mixture and cardamom in a bowl and... - 45.8818

Chana dal sweet balls(Kadala paruppu suliyan) are usually made during the festival of deepavali. - 45.8777

First heat a pan, add pineapple pieces and 2 tbsp sugar. Mix it well and cook till pineapple are tender. Heat ghee in a pan and fry raisins and cashews and keep aside. In the same pan fry sooji till the raw smell has gone. Now add boiling water and... - 45.622

Kalakand, is very popular Indian sweet made from reduced sweetened milk and cottage cheese, originated in Uttar Pradesh. The term Kand in Kalakand is originated from the Arabic language and means sweets - 45.2484

Put 1 1/2 cups of sugar and water to boil. In another pan put the milk & 1 cup sugar to boil. Make balls from paneer and flatten to make patties (1" diameter) and gently let into the boiling water. Cover with a perforated or partially covered lid. Boil for... - 45.1813

Jalebis are a popular Indian sweet that is also had with warm milk as part of breakfast. Here is a recipe that lets you master the fine art of making this delicious sweet at home. - 45.0025

Rava Saffron Kesari is a traditional sweet. - 44.8444

Are you looking for a simple way to make traditional Jalebi? Then this recipe is perfect for you. Jalebi is the most popular sweet in North India. It is also known as the national sweet of India eaten during festivals, weddings or any happy occassion. Jalebi... - 44.7858