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    Home » Desserts » Indian sweets

    Diwali sweets platter

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    Diwali is undoubtedly the biggest festival of Indian subcontinent. We seek divine blessings as well as party hard. Many communities also start their new year. Most merchants begin with new accounting books. We light earthen lamps/diye, kandeel and burst crackers. Indian sweets and snacks are also synonymous with it. This Deepavali, worry not and eat a lot, with our Diwali sweets & air fryer snacks platter.

    Happy Diwali to all the readers!

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    • Top 9 halwa recipes
    • Top 8 laddoo recipes
    • Traditional 7 Kheer recipes
    • Top 5 chikki recipes
    • Easy mithai for Diwali
    • Top 11 Air fryer Diwali sweets
    • Air fryer snacks for Diwali

    Traditional 15 Barfi recipes for Diwali

    15+ easy barfi recipes | Top Indian burfi recipes

    Barfi laddu and halwa have always been traditional fanfare which made any dish special from those regular ingredients.

    Indian Kaju katli recipe | calories in kaju katli piece

    Can anyone represent the brightness of Indians, more than your kaju katli? Diamond shaped cashew fudge shows our brilliance once we set heart to it. Want a twist on original recipe, try gulab kaju katli with a hint of rose.

    Kaju Katli Sandwich in air fryer

    Air fryer is in fashion and so is the Kaju katli sandwich which makes life nutty & delicious!

    Badam Katli

    Delicious almond fudge improves both your memory and dry skin, one bite at a time. Tasty and healthy.

    coconut barfi recipe | nariyal ki barfi

    Coconut burfi is a sweet I can never resist. Great way to add fiber to your diet and use the coconuts too.

    Sindhi Khorak

    Khorak is a recipe full of nuts, gond katira, wholewheat flour and a must for Diwali at our Sindhi households. Rich and dildaar!

    Til mawa barfi | Til khoya barfi | Sesame barfi

    Til mawa barfi is a sesame fudge full of flavor and vitamin E.

    Sindhi Bhugal mawa- milk cake

    OG Milk cake or Bhugal mawa is a sweet you will never get bored of making. Bhuggal mawa is a fudge recipe you can make anytime you want to eat something sweet.

    Instant mango kalakand recipe with ricotta cheese

    Kesar mango pulp and milk cake this mango kalakand a delicious treat. Irresistable!

    Sattu ki barfi

    Sattu is the OG Bihari staple full of protein and flavor. Sattu barfi is a nutty delight similar to besan ki barfi. You will be surprised how wonderful this recipe is.

    Akhrot barfi | walnut fudge

    Walnuts are the food for the brain, akhrot barfi is a recipe for keeps.

    Gulkand barfi | rose preserve coconut fudge recipe

    Love Turkish delight, make this OG rose preserve barfi or gulkand barfi to see life with rose tinted glasses.

    Chocolate barfi | Chocolate Burfi with Milk Powder

    Children want chocolate, you want to make barfi? Find a middle ground and a win-win for all with these chocolate barfi. Unlimited memories guarenteed!

    easy chocolate Kalakand | ricotta cheese burfi recipe

    Ricotta cheese and cocoa come together to make Indian mithai full of flavor. Yum! Chocolate kalakand is a dream in every bite.

    Sindhi Singhar ji mithai | how to make Sev Barfi

    Singhar ji mithai or Sev ki barfi uses the feeka sev a namkeen to make a mithai. Life mei tasty twist, just how Sindhis have endured.

    Lauki barfi | Ghiya barfi recipe | dudhi ki barfi

    Long melon or lauki transforms from a regular veggie to a delicious ghiya barfi. Fibrous and festive, healthy quick fix and a twist on regular coconut barfi.

    Top 9 Halwa recipes

    Top 9 halwa recipes

    Halwa is the easy sweet for any festival.

    kada prasad | traditional atte ka halwa

    Kada prasad is divinity in each morsel. This atte ka halwa comes with blessing always.

    Instant Moong dal halwa - easy recipe

    Moong dal halwa is every winter's dream. Instant moong dal halwa reduces the tedious process too.

    Gajar ka Halwa| Gajrela | Indian carrot pudding

    Gajar ka halwa is the easy fix for all bunnies at home. You can make it with Delhi red carrots and even with orange ones for this perfect winter fix.

    Instant pot gajar ka halwa | carrot halwa shots

    Winter can never be complete without this Gajrela. Make in instant pot for an easy carrot pudding.Twist it into shots for a hep version.

    Sooji ka halwa

    aa gaya aa gaya halwa wala aa gaya, sooji halwa and poori has been every child's sweetest memory.

    Sooji halwa Recipe | Semolina pudding with jaggery

    This gur ka halwa brings me back to Amritsar with each bite. Delish and simple !

    Karachi Halwa/Bombay Halva

    OG sindhi halwa karachi halwa is also known as Bombay halwa. This dish brings back memories with a bittersweet smile for many.

    Sama ke chawal ka halwa |Barnyard millet Pudding

    Barnyard millet pudding is a quick millet fix for a healthier halwa alternative.

    Pumpkin halwa recipe

    Kashiphal halwa or kaddu ka halwa is OG recipe, move over pumpkin pie, enjoy pumpkin the desi way. Pumpkin halwa is delicious with poori.

    Top 8 Laddoo recipes

    Top 8 laddoo recipes

    Learn to make easy laddu recipes for any special occasion. Be it Holi, Diwali or Dussehra.

    Besan ladoo recipe | besan ladoo with jaggery

    Besan ke laddu is a sweet which was initially developed as a medicine. This protein rich recipe has filled life with sweetness always.

    Murmura ladoo | Pori urundai recipe

    Kheel or murmura laddu is an easy recipe and much loved by kids. Puffed rice laddu is an easy fix for sweet tooth.

    Til ke ladoo | nuvvula undalu | Sesame laddu recipe

    Til ke laddoo is a Vitamin E and iron rich laddoo recipe which is perfect to eat as the air gets cooler. Bye bye dry skin!

    Aate ke laddu | atta ladoo recipe with dry fruit

    atte ke laddu or pinni is a traditional recipe which is perfect for quick breakfast too with a glass of milk. Easy and healthy!

    Healthy oats laddu recipe with jaggery and dry fruits

    Oats laddu is a videsi twist to desi pinni. Great way to use your oats too. Delicious!

    Kale Boondi ke Laddoo | Rajasthani boondi laddu

    Jodhpuri kale boondi ke laddu is a dish is just wow! Move over regular boondi laddu, try this and you will not be disappointed.

    Rava laddu | Rava ladoo

    Sooji ke laddu or rava laddoo is a delicious recipe which cooks quick. Perfect for those who have little ones.

    Sattu laddoo | Sattu laddu

    Sattu laddu is a Bihari counterpart of Besan laddu and just as delicious and rich in protein. Simple and nutty!

    Traditional 7 Kheer recipes

    Traditional 7 Kheer recipes

    Easy Indian milk based pudding recipes for a simple treat for any festive occasion.

    sabudana kheer

    Easy sago pudding is on top of our minds everytime we fast.

    seviyan kheer |vermicelli payasam

    Seviyan or vermicelli payasam is an easy treat. Make it for any day you want to have something sweet.

    how to make seb ki kheer | easy apple kheer recipe

    Easy apple kheer for those who want to eat low sugar yet enjoy the festivites.

    Makhaane ki kheer-Lotus seed pudding

    This lotus seed pudding is a creamy delight which is a fasting special.This vrat ki kheer is rich in nutrients too.

    Kesar Pista kheer- saffron rice pudding

    Rice pudding or chawal payesh is a creamy dessert.You can make it with Gobind bhog rice for creamiest results

    Lauki ki kheer| doodhi kheer| bottle gourd pudding

    Easy ghiya ki kheer or lauki kheer is just as delicious as the rice based one.

    Shakarkandi kheer

    Shakarkandi ki kheer or sweet potato pudding is an easy treat for fasting days.It is rich in vitamin A and also low in sugar.

    Top 5 chikki recipes

    Top 5 chikki recipes

    Learn to make easy chikki recipes (layii) for a simple Diwali mithai. Tasty and healthy!

    Sindhi Varo | Nut praline

    Sindhi varo is a nutty praline with poppy seeds and mixed dry fruit. Rich like our culture!

    Oats chikki | Oats & dates bar (no nuts recipe)

    Oats chikki is for those who want to eat oats even when during festivities! No compromise foodies!

    Roasted chana dal chikki | Air fryer gur daria chikki

    Traditional futane dal chikki made in Sindhi households for Diwali.

    Peanut Chikki with jaggery| Peanut chikki recipe

    Traditional peanut chikki which makes every heart sing.

    Til Patti recipe | Sesame brittle | Sesame chikki

    Til patti is a perfect way to increase your iron this winter,just as the cold weather sets in.

    Still need more options? Diwali ki mithai aur bhi hai..

    Easy mithai for Diwali

    Instant mawa recipe | instant khoya using milk powder

    Instant mawa will help you make any sweet easy and pure.

    Homemade instant Jalebi recipe| crunchy juicy jalebi

    Can you ever say no to jalebi?

    Gulab jamun cheesecake | No bake eggless recipe

    Fusion mithai best of east and west!

    chocolate peda | easy ricotta cheese peda recipe

    Chocolate and peda yum!

    Jalebi Chocolate bark | Indian fusion dessert

    Chocolate bark gets a desi twist!

    Kesar Rasmalai | Soft Kesar pista rasmalai recipe

    Can you ever say no to rasmalai? melts before you say no!

    Gluten-free Kala Jamun recipe with sweet potato

    Kala jamun but gluten-free, surprise surprise a healthy twist!

    Kesar Rajbhog Recipe

    Kesar wala rajbhog simply delicious!

    Rasgulla | Rosogulla

    Rassogulla is a circle of happiness!

    Kesar Shrikhand

    Have yogurt, make shrikhand!

    Nolen Gurer Rasogulla

    My fav sweet with nolen gur, rassogulla gets an earthy taste with jaggery.

    Wholewheat Balushahi | Badusha

    Balushahi or badushah is the OG donut. Simply delish!

    Mathura peda Recipe | Mawa peda recipe with jaggery

    Can you ever get happier than Peda !

    Gulab Jamun(with khoya)

    Khoya gulab jamun is a dish you will love to make. Simply yum!

    Ghevar - Indian honeycomb sweet

    Best home made Rabri recipe

    Make a rabri and then go and make shahi tukda when its left over. You can also save it to make some kulfi.

    Top 11 Air fryer Diwali sweets

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    Easy mawa gujiya
    Wholewheat mawa gujiya which can be made in air fryer too. Yes still just as delish!
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    Air fryer balushahi | badushah recipe
    Balushahi or Badushah is an OG Indian donut, which is full of flavor and crunch.
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    Kaju katli sandwich recipe
    Cashew-based Indian sweet layered with silver leaf - rich and elegant without excess ghee or oil.
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    Vegan Gujiya recipe
    Flaky, sweet dumplings filled with khoya and nuts - air-fried instead of deep-fried for a festive yet lighter version
    Check out this recipe
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    air fryer shakarpare recipe | sweet shakarpara recipe
    Sweet diamond bites made golden in the air fryer, a lighter festival treat using leftover sugar syrup
    Check out this recipe
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    Chhena poda recipe | Indian cheesecake recipe
    Odisha's caramelized cottage cheese cake, evenly browned in the air fryer for a light, baked mithai twist.
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    Nankhatai recipe
    Traditional cardamom-spiced shortbread cookies - buttery yet crumbly, baked golden in the air fryer.
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    air fryer fig bars
    air fryer fig bars are a take on the traditional anjeer roll which have always been served on Diwali. Healthy & tasty!
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    shahi tukda
    Shahi tukda toasts are a great nibble although they are not the quintessential Diwali mithai. Easy to make when you have rabri or condensed milk at home!
    Check out this recipe
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    Vegan Baklava
    Baklava has been quite a craze lately.Nutty diwali mithai packaged into phyllo sheets. We can never get enough sweets when it is diwali.More the merrier! delicious!
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    Khoye ke gulab jamun, in air fryer
    Learn to make Khoye ke gulab jamun, in air fryer. Simply delish!
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    Diwali & festive fever

    Pre-Diwali is all about redecorating houses. Paint the houses, add new furniture and shop for appliances. All mums are Marie Kondo in action. Hectic days of de-junking clutter. Then comes clothes n mall hopping. Next comes food and recipes. Some traditional, others modern in a mix. Loads of guests and relatives coming home. Hectic time yet full of enjoyment.

    Sindhi households celebrate the festival with various types of layi or chikki and a vegetable made with 7 veggies called sata bhajiyu.This curry is made with 7 different veggies. While Gujarati community celebrates with a similar curry, undhiyu, the South with kajjakaylu/gujiya, badushah/balushahi and various types of burfi.

    Air fryer snacks for Diwali

    Have a very Happy Diwali everyone!

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