Raksha Bandhan: Celebrate sibling love with these 10 sweets
Gulab JamunGulab Jamuns are a favourite among Indians. These deep-fried dough balls soaked in sugar syrup with cardamom and rosewater can easily become an attraction at festivals.
Dates and nuts ladooThese no-sugar-added ladoos are packed with the natural sweetness of dates and the crunch of nuts. They are not only delicious but also provide a good dose of healthy fats and fibre.
RasgullaThese ball-shaped dumplings of chhena dough, rasgullas are cooked in light sugar syrup. This is done until the syrup permeates the dumplings. Rasgullas have a soft, spongy texture.
JalebiWho does not like a crispy, orange jalebi? These are soaked in saffron syrup and are known for their bright orange colour.
Peda Pedas are small round sweets made from khoya. These are often flavoured with cardamom and garnished with nuts.
Ragi halwaRagi is rich in calcium and iron, making this halwa a nutritious choice. It is sweetened with jaggery and flavoured with cardamom, making it both healthy and delicious.
Coconut and jaggery modakModaks, a traditional Maharashtrian sweet, can be a tasty addition to your Rakhi celebrations. This version is made with coconut and jaggery, both of which have numerous health benefits.
Oats and almond barfiOats are a great source of fibre and when combined with almonds, they make for a nutritious sweet treat. This barfi is naturally sweetened with honey.
Kaju katliKaju katlis are diamond-shaped sweets made from cashew nuts and sugar. These are identified by their unique shape and edible silver foil coating.
MalpuaMalpuas resemble pancakes a lot. These are deep-fried, soaked in syrup and often served with rabri or thickened milk.
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