Diwali Special: Easily Make These 5 Delicious and Easy Sweets at Home

Hello friends! The auspicious festival of Diwali is just around the corner. During this festival of lights, the glow of diyas, colorful rangolis, and the atmosphere of laughter and joy among loved ones bring a unique bliss. But do you know without what the sweetness of this festival is incomplete? Yes, you guessed it right—Diwali sweet recipe! Say goodbye to adulterated market sweets this time and make something special with love for your family.

Sweets available in the market often carry the fear of adulteration and are very expensive. In such a situation, if you make sweets at home, it not only guarantees purity but also doubles the joy of the festival. Today we have brought for you 5 such wonderful easy sweets, which you can easily prepare in your kitchen without any hassle. So let's start our special Diwali food recipe guide without any delay!

1. Melt-in-the-mouth Kaju Katli

Whenever we talk about delicious Indian sweets, Kaju Katli comes first. It is a favorite of everyone from children to adults. As easy as it is to make, it looks royal. Let's know the method of making it.

Required Ingredients:

• Cashews - 2 cups (finely ground)
• Sugar - 1 cup
• Water - Half cup
• Desi Ghee - 1 small spoon
• Silver leaf (for garnishing) - Optional

Method of Preparation:

• First, grind the cashews in a mixer to make a fine powder and sift it so that no pieces are left.
• Now put sugar and water in a pan and let the syrup form on medium flame. We do not need single-thread consistency syrup, just the sugar should dissolve completely in water and the mixture should be slightly sticky.
• After this, lower the flame and gradually mix the cashew powder so that lumps do not form.
• Keep stirring the mixture continuously until it leaves the pan and forms like a dough.
• Now mix ghee in it and turn off the gas. Let the mixture cool down a bit.
• Keep this mixture on butter paper and knead it with light hands. Then roll it thin with a rolling pin.
• Finally, apply silver leaf on it and cut it into diamond shapes. Here you go, your magnificent Kaju Katli is ready!

2. Traditional and Nutritious Besan ke Laddoos

Whenever the list of Diwali special sweets is made since the time of grandmothers, Besan ke Laddoos are definitely mentioned in it. Their earthy fragrance gives the feel of the arrival of the festival throughout the house.

Required Ingredients:

• Gram flour (Besan) - 2 cups (coarsely ground)
• Desi Ghee - 1 cup
• Bura or powdered sugar - 1.5 cups
• Cardamom powder - Half small spoon
• Chopped dry fruits (almonds and pistachios) - 2 big spoons

Method of Preparation:

• Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan. Add gram flour to it and roast on low flame while stirring continuously.
• Besan has to be roasted until its color turns golden brown and a good aroma starts coming from it. (This may take about 15-20 minutes).
• When the besan is roasted, turn off the gas and take the pan down. Now sprinkle a little water on it (this makes the laddoos grainy), and mix well.
• Let the mixture cool down completely. When it is lukewarm or cold, mix powdered sugar, cardamom powder, and dry fruits in it.
• Now take a little mixture in your hands and bind round laddoos. Your melt-in-the-mouth besan laddoos are ready.

3. Juicy and Spongy Gulab Jamuns

Any happy occasion feels incomplete without Gulab Jamuns. This is a Diwali special sweet that makes your mouth water just by looking at it. These Gulab Jamuns made from mawa or khoya are extremely delicious.

Required Ingredients:

• Khoya (Mawa) - 250 grams
• Paneer - 50 grams (masala-free, grated)
• Refined flour (Maida) - 3-4 big spoons
• Baking soda - A pinch
• Milk - As needed
• Sugar - 2 cups (for syrup)
• Water - 2 cups (for syrup)
• Cardamom - 3-4 crushed
• Ghee or refined oil for frying

Method of Preparation:

• First, mash khoya and paneer thoroughly with your palms in a bowl so that it becomes completely smooth.
• Now mix maida and baking soda in it. Knead a soft dough by adding milk little by little if needed. Remember, the dough should not be too stiff.
• Now make small balls of this dough and make sure there are no cracks in them.
• To make the syrup, boil sugar and water in a pan. When the syrup becomes sticky (not single-thread), add cardamom powder to it and turn off the gas.
• Heat ghee in a pan and fry the gulab jamun balls on low flame until they turn golden brown.
• Immediately put the fried gulab jamuns into lukewarm syrup. Let them remain immersed in the syrup for at least 2 hours so that they absorb the syrup to the core.

4. Instant Coconut Barfi

If you have less time and you want to make some easy sweets that are quick to make and also delicious, then coconut barfi is the best option. It is very gentle and delicious to eat.

Required Ingredients:

• Grated dry coconut (coconut powder) - 2 cups
• Milk with cream - 1.5 cups
• Sugar - 1 cup
• Milk powder - Half cup (optional, to enhance taste)
• Cardamom powder - Half small spoon
• Ghee - 1 spoon

Method of Preparation:

• Heat ghee in a pan and add grated coconut to it and roast lightly for 2 minutes (remember, the color of the coconut should not change).
• Now mix milk and sugar in it. Let it cook on medium flame until the milk dries up and the mixture thickens.
• If you are using milk powder, mix it at this stage so that it gets a mawa-like texture.
• Finally, add cardamom powder and cook it until the mixture leaves the pan.
• Grease a plate or tray with a little ghee, and spread this mixture in it evenly.
• Sprinkle chopped almonds or pistachios on top. Let it cool and cut into your favorite shapes.

5. Creamy and Rich Rice Kheer

In Indian tradition, any auspicious work begins with something sweet, and kheer is considered the most pure and auspicious. This is a classic Diwali food recipe made in every home.

Required Ingredients:

• Basmati rice - A handful (soaked for 20 minutes)
• Milk - 1 liter (full cream)
• Sugar - Half cup (or as per taste)
• Dry fruits (cashews, almonds, raisins, chironji) - Finely chopped
• Cardamom powder - Half small spoon
• Saffron strands - 6-7 (soaked in milk)

Method of Preparation:

• Put milk to boil in a heavy-bottomed vessel. When the milk comes to a boil, lower the flame.
• Drain the water from the soaked rice, break them slightly with your hands, and add them to the boiling milk.
• Let the milk cook on low flame and keep stirring in between so that the rice does not stick to the bottom.
• When the rice is completely cooked and the milk becomes thick and creamy, add sugar and saffron milk to it.
• Cook it for another 5-7 minutes so that the sugar dissolves well.
• Finally, mix cardamom powder and chopped dry fruits. You can serve this kheer hot or chilled from the fridge.

Important Tips for Health and Hygiene on Festivals

In the hustle and bustle of festivals, it is very important to take care of health and hygiene. Always keep these things in mind:

• Take care of purity: Always use good quality ghee, milk, and nuts.
• Cleanliness is paramount: Wash your hands thoroughly with soap before and after working in the kitchen. Pay special attention to the cleanliness of utensils and slabs.
• Portion control: Eating sweets during festivals is common, but keeping your health in mind, consume them in a balanced quantity, especially if there are elders or diabetic people at home.
• Proper storage: Store the prepared sweets in air-tight containers so that they stay fresh for a long time.

So friends, what are you waiting for? This Diwali make these delicious Indian sweets at home and sweeten the mouths of your family and guests. These recipes will not only make your work easier but also win everyone's heart with the taste of your hands. Wishing you and your entire family a very happy Diwali from our side!