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Diwali is almost here, and there’s no better time than this for laughter and celebrations. And of course, a lot of Diwali sweets. The festival is incomplete without those classic ladoo and barfi recipes. But do you want to spice up this year’s celebrations with some modern take on tradition Diwali sweet recipes? From chocolate cashew barfi to mango kesar kalakand, there are endless fusion recipes waiting to be tried out.
Read this article to explore some of the most tempting fusion recipes for Diwali to add the extra touch of sweetness to your celebrations.
5 Must-Have Diwali Sweets Recipes To Know
While gulab jamuns and kaju katli never disappoint, make this Diwali a perfect time to try some new flavors. Here are some super-delicious and easy-to-make Diwali sweet recipes you must try this 2024.
Pistachio & Rose Coconut Ladoo
It infuses fragrance and elegance together with the classic coconut ladoo recipe—the richness of pistachios and floral notes of rose in a sweet. Besides tasting heavenly, it looks good on the plate too!
Ingredients
- 2 cups desiccated coconut
- 1/2 cup condensed milk
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon rose water
- Fresh rose petals for garnishing
Procedure
- In a pan, roast dessicated coconut for 3-4 minutes until you smell the aroma.
- Now add condensed milk together with pistachios and rose water and mix until the mixture thickens.
- Once the mixture is slightly cooled, shape it into little lollipops.
- Garnish with edible rose petals and serve as a refreshing after-dinner delicacy.
Chocolate Cashew Barbi
Barfi doesn’t need to be traditional every time. This modern fusion recipe combines rich cashews and a crackling layer of dark chocolate to give that truly irresistible flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cashew powder
- 1/2 cup condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup melted dark chocolate
- 2 tbsp ghee
Procedure
- In a pan, heat some ghee and stir in cashew powder.
- Pour in the condensed milk and stir until the mixture thickens.
- Once cooled, divide the mixture into two parts. In one, add cocoa powder and melted dark chocolate and mix.
- On a greased tray, press half of the prepared cashew mixture and layer it with the chocolate cashew mixture.
- Let it set for a couple of hours. Cut into the shape of barfis and serve.
Mango Kesar Kalakand
If you want to try a fruity twist with Kalakand, this mango kesar kalakand recipe will leave you wanting for more. This recipe perfectly infuses the tropical flavors of mango, which pair beautifully with the creaminess of milk to make a standout Diwali sweet.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh mango puree
- 1 cup condensed milk
- 1 cup crumbled cheese
- Saffron strands (soaked in warm milk)
Procedure
- In a pan, add condensed milk and paneer.
- As soon as you notice the mixture starting to thicken, add mango puree and soaked saffron.
- Continue stirring until the mixture starts to leave the side of the pan.
- Pour the thickened mixture onto a greased tray and let it set for a couple of hours before serving.
Almond & Cardamom Fudge
Badam katli infused with the aroma of cardamom is what this almond & cardamom fudge recipe is. If you like a little less sweet, this has the perfect subtleness you crave.
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp cardamom powder
- Silver leaf
Procedure
- In a pan, heat some milk and add sugar. Mix until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Now slowly stir in almond flour and cardamom powder, and mix until the mixture turns into a dough-like consistency.
- On a tray, spread the mixture and flatten it out.
- Decorate with silver leaf and cut into your desired shapes once it cools.
Gulkand Stuffed Rasgulla
Take your classic Rasgulla game to another level with Gulkand to create a surprise in every bite!
Ingredients
- 1 liter full-cream milk
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups water
- 2 tbsp. gulkand
Procedure
- In a pot, boil some milk and curdle it with lemon juice to make chhena or paneer.
- Now, strain the chhena properly to remove any water.
- Knead it to form a smooth dough.
- Prepare little balls from the dough and stuff it up with gulkand filling in the center.
- To prepare the sugar syrup, boil some water and sugar together.
- Add the stuffed chhena balls into the sugar syrup and cook for 15-20 minutes until the rasgullas double up in size.
- Let them soak in the syrup and serve hot.
Takeaway
This Diwali, surprise your loved ones with these delectable fusion sweet recipes. We’re sure these recipes will not only impress your guests but will surely turn out to be the new festive favorites of the year. After all, this festival is all about sharing sweet moments and sweets with your family.
