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1. Gulab Jamun
Ingredients:
1 cup khoya (dried whole milk)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups sugar
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
Ghee or oil for frying
Instructions:
Make the Dough: Mix khoya, all-purpose flour, and baking soda in a bowl. Knead until smooth. If the dough is too dry, add a little milk.
Shape the Balls: Divide the dough into small portions and roll into smooth balls.
Prepare Sugar Syrup: In a pan, combine sugar and water. Boil until the sugar dissolves. Add cardamom powder and let it simmer.
Fry the Balls: Heat ghee or oil in a deep pan. Fry the balls on low heat until golden brown.
Soak in Syrup: Remove the fried balls and soak them in the sugar syrup for at least 30 minutes before serving.
2. Ladoo (Besan Ladoo)
Ingredients:
1 cup besan (gram flour)
1/2 cup ghee
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
Chopped nuts (almonds, cashews) for garnish
Instructions:
Roast the Besan: In a pan, heat ghee and add besan. Roast on low heat until it turns golden and aromatic.
Add Sugar and Cardamom: Once roasted, let it cool slightly. Mix in the powdered sugar and cardamom powder.
Shape into Ladoos: Once the mixture is cool enough to handle, shape it into small balls (ladoos).
Garnish: Place chopped nuts on top of each ladoo and let them cool completely.
3. Kaju Katli (Cashew Fudge)
Ingredients:
1 cup cashews (soaked and drained)
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
Silver leaf (optional) for decoration
Instructions:
Make Cashew Powder: Grind soaked cashews to a fine powder.
Prepare Sugar Syrup: In a pan, dissolve sugar in water and bring it to a single thread consistency.
Combine: Add cashew powder and cardamom powder to the syrup. Cook until the mixture thickens and leaves the sides of the pan.
Roll Out: Transfer to a greased plate and roll out into a thin layer. Cut into diamond shapes and garnish with silver leaf if desired.
4. Rasgulla
Ingredients:
1 liter full-fat milk
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 cup sugar
4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
Instructions:
Make Chhena: Boil milk and add lemon juice to curdle it. Drain the curds using a muslin cloth and rinse with cold water. Squeeze out excess water.
Knead Chhena: Knead the chhena until smooth and form small balls.
Prepare Syrup: In a pan, boil sugar and water to make a syrup. Add cardamom powder.
Cook Rasgullas: Drop the chhena balls into the boiling syrup and cook until they double in size.
Cool and Serve: Let them cool in the syrup and serve chilled.
5. Barfi
Ingredients:
1 cup grated coconut (or khoya)
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
Chopped nuts for garnish
Instructions:
Cook the Mixture: In a pan, combine grated coconut, sugar, and milk. Cook until the mixture thickens.
Add Flavor: Stir in cardamom powder and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Set the Mixture: Transfer to a greased plate and spread evenly. Garnish with chopped nuts.
Cut into Pieces: Allow it to cool, then cut into squares or diamonds.
Conclusion
These delightful sweets are sure to bring joy to your Diwali celebrations. Each sweet has its unique taste and charm, making them perfect for sharing with family and friends. Enjoy the festive spirit, and may your Diwali be filled with happiness and sweetness!
Feel free to modify the recipes based on your preferences or dietary requirements!
Source - OhWomen
