Diwali Sweets

Diwali is the festival of lights observed all over India. It is when light overpowers darkness and good overcomes evil. People decorate their houses, light oil lamps, wear new clothes, and most importantly, they prepare and share a different kind of sweets. What's Diwali without sweets? They play such an important role in coming closer to people and sharing joy.

The Importance of Sweets in Diwali Celebrations

Sweets are specially important in Diwali festivals. They represent happiness and prosperity, as well as the taste of life. On the day of Diwali, it has been in practice to offer sweets from house to house to convey love and bonhomie. People prepare sweets and send them to God for grace, as they are a pure and holy thing for people.

Traditional Sweets for a Perfect Diwali

Traditional sweets add a feel of beauty to Diwali celebrations. Let us take a look at some traditional sweets that are savoured during Diwali:

Kaju Katli

Kaju Katli is a sweet made out of cashew nuts and sugar. It is molded into thin diamond pieces. Kaju Katli tastes soft, melt-in-mouth. It is liked by everyone and is often an expensive affair as it contains a rich amount of cashew nuts.

Ladoo

There are several varieties of ladoos, such as Besan Ladoo, Motichoor Ladoo, and Boondi Ladoo. Ladoos are mostly round in shape and may have flavors of ghee and cardamom. They are simple to prepare and have been the most popular option for Diwali celebrations.

Badusha

Badusha, also known as Balushahi in northern India is a doughnut-like flaky sweet. It is prepared by using flour, sugar, and ghee, and deep-frying to a golden brown colour then being soaked in sugar syrup, giving it a rich taste.

Halwa

The various types of halwa are available, such as Suji Halwa, Carrot Halwa (Gajar Halwa), and Moong Dal Halwa. Halwa is soft, sweet, and usually garnished with nuts. It is a must-have for the Diwali feast.

Mixture

Mixture is a spicy snack prepared from fried chickpea flour, peanuts, curry leaves, and spices. It is not too sweet but balances the richness of Diwali sweets through its crunch and spice.

Jangiri

Jangiri is yet another South Indian sweet but is like the North Indian Jalebi. Omappodi is a North Indian sweet that is ring-shaped fried sweet coated by sugar syrup made out of urad dal batter and tastes very unique in the bright orange color.

Omappodi 

Omappodi is another savory snack during Diwali. Thin, crisp, and slightly spicy, this snack contains chickpea flour and carom seeds. Generally, it tastes good with sweets and adds variety to the treats of Diwali.

Rava Laddu

Rava Laddu or Suji Laddu is a kind of traditional sweet that combines semolina, sugar, and ghee. Easy in making with a tasty delicious flavor makes Rava Laddu very famous at all age groups.

Murukku

Murukku is a crunchy, spiral-shaped snack made of rice flour and urad dal flour. It is savory, with sesame seeds or cumin added to it. Just like Omappodi, Murukku adds that savory flavor to the Diwali spread.

Mysore Pak

Mysore Pak is South Indian sweets made out of gram flour, ghee, and sugar. Their crumbs feel like and offer the mouthfeel of being deep and richly buttered and it becomes one of the finest treats that can be afforded to taste during Diwali.

Share Happiness with Diwali Gift Boxes

Diwali time means sharing the time spent in love and with thankfulness to loved people around us. Sweet boxes are one of the popular traditions related to Diwali as it helps people share the happiness of the festival with family, friends, and colleagues. Many prefer assortments of sweets like Kaju Katli, Ladoo, and Mysore Pak, making it possible for everybody to taste a little of everything. These gift boxes symbolize good fortune and spread sweetness and joy to everyone who receives it.

Healthy Diwali Sweets

For those looking for healthier choices, Diwali now boasts a variety of healthier sweets, catering to different diets while not sacrificing on taste.

Sugar-Free Sweets

Sugar-free sweets are slowly becoming the talk of town for people who want to watch their sugar intake. Made with natural sweeteners such as dates, jaggery, or stevia, these sweets are perfect for people suffering from diabetes and anyone looking to indulge in Diwali without consuming too much sugar.

Millet-Based Sweets

Millets like ragi, bajra, and jowar are nutritious and even great for desserts. Here are some examples of some delicious millet-based Diwali treats that taste great while reaping health rewards-Ragi Laddus, Bajra Barfis, etc.

Vegan Sweets

Vegan sweets fulfill the needs of those who shy away from dairy and all other animal products. Some of the vegan Diwali sweets are Coconut Barfi, Vegan Ladoo, and Almond Halwa using plant-based ingredients. Thus, they are the best for a vegan lifestyle.

The Spiritual Significance of Offering Sweets

The offering of sweets to gods and goddesses in Diwali has deep spiritual importance. It is said that sweets purify one's mind and soul to make them worthy of any divine blessings. In Hinduism, the food offered to deities is called "prasadam." It is then distributed among devotees as a symbol of the blessings received. Offering sweets like Ladoo, Kaju Katli, and Halwa is a way of seeking prosperity, health, and happiness from the gods, thus an essential part of Diwali rituals.

Let Giri Make Your Diwali Sweeter

Giri offers a wide variety of traditional Diwali sweets and snacks, which are made with high-quality ingredients and authentic recipes. From Jangiri and Mysore Pak to healthier alternatives in the form of millet-based and sugar-free varieties, Giri has all these to make your Diwali celebrations complete. And with Diwali gift boxes and a range of sweets, Giri has ensured that everyone gets a chance to share this festivity and sweetness with the people they love. Make this Diwali unforgettable with Giri's scintillating offerings and celebrate the festival of lights full of love, happiness, and, obviously, full of sweets!