Diwali, the festival of lights, is a time of joy, celebration, and indulgence. One of the most anticipated aspects of Diwali is the array of delectable sweets that grace every household. In this article, we bring you a collection of mouth-watering recipes that are sure to add a touch of sweetness to your Diwali celebrations.
1. Gulab Jamun:
Ingredients:
– 1 cup khoya (mawa)
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– A pinch of baking soda
– 2 tbsp milk
– Ghee for frying
– For sugar syrup: 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup water, a few strands of saffron, and a pinch of cardamom powder.
Instructions:
– Mix khoya, all-purpose flour, and baking soda.
– Add milk gradually to form a smooth dough.
– Shape into small balls and deep fry until golden brown.
– Prepare sugar syrup and immerse the fried balls in it.
2. Kaju Katli:
Ingredients:
– 1 cup cashews, finely powdered
– 1/2 cup sugar
– 1/4 cup water
– 1 tbsp ghee
– Silver leaf for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
– Cook sugar and water to form a syrup.
– Add cashew powder and ghee, stirring continuously.
– Once it forms a dough, roll it out, and cut into diamond shapes.
– Garnish with silver leaf if desired.
3. Besan Ladoo:
Ingredients:
– 2 cups besan (gram flour)
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1/2 cup ghee
– 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
– Chopped nuts for garnish
Instructions:
– Roast besan in ghee until it releases a nutty aroma.
– Add powdered sugar and cardamom powder, mix well.
– Shape into small round ladoos and garnish with chopped nuts.
4. Coconut Barfi:
Ingredients:
– 2 cups desiccated coconut
– 1 cup condensed milk
– 1/2 cup ghee
– 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
– Chopped pistachios for garnish
Instructions:
– Cook desiccated coconut in ghee until slightly browned.
– Add condensed milk and cardamom powder, stir until it thickens.
– Spread the mixture in a greased pan, garnish with chopped pistachios, and let it set.
5. Rasmalai:
Ingredients:
– 1 liter full-fat milk
– 1/4 cup lemon juice
– 1 cup sugar
– 4 cups water
– Saffron strands and chopped nuts for garnish
Instructions:
– Boil milk, add lemon juice to curdle it.
– Strain the chenna and knead it into a smooth dough.
– Make small flattened balls and boil in sugar syrup.
– Garnish with saffron strands and chopped nuts.
This Diwali, treat your loved ones to these delightful homemade sweets, and create a celebration filled with sweetness and joy. May your Diwali be as bright and flavorful as these delectable treats!
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