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Makar Sankranti is here, and with it comes the aroma of festive delicacies across every Indian household. This festival, though traditionally marked with sweets and rich dishes, is also your time to introduce kids to healthy festive snacks. And you’ll just need a bit of creativity to perfectly balance flavor, health, and tradition. This Makar Sankranti you can ensure your little ones enjoy every bite guilt-free.
Read this article to explore some of the best healthy snack ideas for kids to try this Makar Sankranti 2025.
Sweet Potato Jaggery Halwa
This classic halwa is a perfect blend of the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes and the richness of jaggery. And it is an incredible guilt-free treat for this Makar Sankranti celebration.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups boiled sweet potatoes
- ½ cup grated jaggery
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- ½ teaspoon cardamom powder
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts
Procedure:
- Heat ghee in a pan and add the mashed sweet potatoes.Â
- Sauté for about 3-4 minutes and then add grated jaggery.
- Now, stir until it melts and mixes well with the sweet potatoes.
- Add cardamom powder and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped nuts and serve warm.
Til Khajur Rolls
Loaded with the goodness of sesame seeds, dates, and nuts, these no-cook Til Khajur Rolls are a quick and healthy snack, turning them into a festive must-have.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chopped datesÂ
- ½ cup lightly roasted sesame seedsÂ
- ¼ cup chopped almonds and cashews
- 1 teaspoon ghee
Procedure:
- In a food processor, add dates and blend to form a sticky paste.
- Then combine the date paste with roasted sesame seeds and chopped nuts.
- Grease your palms with a little ghee and shape small portions of the mixture into little laddoos.
- Roll them in sesame seeds for coating.
- Refrigerate for about an hour and store in an airtight container.
Sabudana Vada
Sabudana Vada is a festive favorite during Makar Sankranti and is made with sago pearls, potatoes, and spices. Your kids will probably love these crispy and deliciously addictive vadas.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup soaked sabudana (soaked for 4-5 hours)
- 2 medium boiled potatoesÂ
- 2 tablespoons crushed peanuts
- 1 teaspoon green chili paste
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- Salt to taste
- OilÂ
Procedure:
- Drain the soaked sabudana and then combine it well with mashed potatoes.
- Mix peanuts, green chili paste, cumin seeds, and salt.
- Prepare small patties with the mixture.
- Heat some oil in a pan for deep frying; add patties and let them fry until they turn golden and crisp.
- Serve hot with fresh mint chutney.
Gud Bajra Bhakri
Made with pearl millet flour and jaggery, Gud Bajra Bhakri is a healthy and flavorful flatbread rich in fiber and iron. There’s no going back once you taste this traditional dish.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups bajra flour
- ½ cup jaggery (melted in warm water)
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- A pinch of salt
Procedure:
- Mix together bajra flour with jaggery water.
- Then add ghee and a pinch of salt to form a soft dough.
- Roll them out into small rotis.
- Heat a tawa and cook the bhakri until both sides are evenly cooked.
- Serve warm with ghee or fresh yogurt.
Peanut-Flaxseed Chikki
With a blend of peanuts and flaxseeds, this chikki is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and protein, which is another reason why it's a healthy snacking choice for this Makar Sankranti.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup roasted peanuts
- ½ cup flaxseeds
- ½ cup jaggery
- 2 tablespoons ghee
Procedure:
- In a pan, heat some ghee and then add jaggery.
- Continue stirring until it turns into a smooth syrup.
- Now add the roasted peanuts and flaxseeds and mix.
- Grease a plate with some ghee and spread the mixture. Flatten it evenly.
- Let it cool and harden, then cut into your favorite shape.
Takeaway
Makar Sankranti is a celebration of togetherness and delicious food. With these healthy yet delicious snacks, you will not just preserve the festiveness but also ensure your kids enjoy nutritious treats. . These recipes are packed with only healthy ingredients such as sesame seeds, jaggery, and peanuts, so you can be rest assured about your kids enjoying unhealthy this festive season.
