A Collection of Exquisite Recipes this Ganesh Chaturthi

Explore the rich flavors of traditional Indian sweets with these easy-to-follow recipes, perfect for any festive occasion.

1. Khoya & Gulkand Stuffed Malpua

For Malpua:

• Maida: 300gms
• Milk powder: 50gms
• Suji: 30gms
• Baking powder: ½ tsp
• Fennel seed/Saunf: ½ tsp
• Milk: 400ml
• Ghee for frying

For Sugar Syrup:

• Sugar: 300gms
• Water: 150ml
• Green cardamom: 2 pcs
• Saffron: 1-2 threads
• Chopped pistachio nuts for garnish

For Stuffing:

• Khoya: 200gms
• Gulkand: 100gms

Method:

1. Mix maida, milk powder, suji, sugar, baking powder, and fennel seeds with milk to create a smooth batter.
2. Prepare sugar syrup by boiling sugar, water, and cardamom.
3. Heat ghee, pour batter into hot oil, and cook until golden brown.
4. Soak malpua in sugar syrup.
5. Mix khoya and gulkand for stuffing, place on malpua, and roll into a cylinder shape.
6. Garnish with chopped pistachios.

2. Coconut Rolled Kala Jamun

For Kala Jamun:

• Khoya: 300gms
• Chenna: 100gms
• Refined flour: 100gms
• Green cardamom powder: ½ tsp
• Baking powder: ¼ tsp
• Ghee for frying

For Syrup:

• Sugar: 500gms
• Water: 1 ltr
• Rose water: few drops
• Saffron: 1g

For Coating:

• Desiccated coconut: 250gms

Method:

1. Mix khoya, chenna, baking powder, and flour.
2. Form small balls (30-40gms each).
3. Fry in ghee until light dark brown.
4. Prepare sugar syrup with sugar, water, cardamom, and saffron.
5. Soak fried kala jamun in syrup, then roll in desiccated coconut.

3. Pineapple & Suji Halwa

Ingredients:

• Semolina/suji: 300gms
• Ghee: 200ml
• Sugar: 300ml
• Cashewnuts: 50gms
• Raisins: 50gms
• Pineapple (fresh/canned): 150gms
• Pistachio nuts: 50gms
• Green cardamom: 1-2gms

Method:

1. Roast semolina in ghee until golden brown.
2. Prepare sugar syrup with sugar, water, and cardamom.
3. Add syrup to semolina, then add cashews, raisins, and chopped pineapple; cook until done.
4. Mold halwa, garnish with pineapple and pistachios.

These traditional Indian desserts blend rich flavors and textures, offering a delightful culinary experience. Perfect for celebrations, each recipe showcases the essence of India’s sweet heritage.