Sweet Treats for the Festival Season!

Besan Ladoo – The Nutty Festival Favorite

One of the most loved festival sweets is Besan Ladoo. These golden balls are soft, nutty, and melt in the mouth. Children enjoy them not just for the taste but also for their round, fun shape!

To prepare this, gram flour (besan) is roasted slowly in ghee until it turns golden brown and fills the kitchen with a rich aroma. Sugar and cardamom powder are added, along with crunchy nuts like almonds or cashews. The mixture is then rolled into small ladoos while still warm.

Besan Ladoo is special because it is both tasty and healthy, giving energy during busy festive days. They are often made in big batches so the whole family can enjoy them throughout the celebrations.

Milk Peda – The Sweet of Sharing

Another popular sweet for festivals is Milk Peda. These are small, flat sweets made from thickened milk and flavored with cardamom. Children love pedas because they are soft, creamy, and often decorated with tiny pistachio pieces on top.

To make them, milk is boiled until it becomes thick and slightly grainy. Sugar is added, and the mixture is stirred until it reaches a smooth, dough-like texture. Little balls are then shaped and flattened into pedas. Sometimes saffron or cocoa powder is added to give them different colors and flavors.

Milk Pedas are often exchanged with friends and neighbors during festivals. They symbolize sharing and sweetness in relationships. For children, biting into a peda feels like tasting a piece of celebration itself!

Both Besan Ladoo and Milk Peda are perfect for this festive season—easy to make, delicious to eat, and full of joy to share. But remember, always ask parents' help before cooking.