Delicious Sweets For Ganesh Chaturthi: 5 Easy Recipes!

 Delicious Sweets for Ganesh Chaturthi: 5 Easy Recipes

Ganesh Chaturthi, the cheerful celebration devoted to Lord Ganesha, is quickly arriving! This ten-day celebration includes devotion, ceremonies, and, of course, the production of exquisite sweets for prasad. Why not add a personal touch to this year’s festivities by making some homemade snacks for Ganpati? In this article, we’ll present five simple, delicious recipes to make your Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations especially memorable.

What Sweets Are Traditionally Offered to Lord Ganesha?

Lord Ganesha, also known as the Remover of Obstacles, is affectionately recognized for his love of sweets. Offering sweets at this holiday is not only a sign of devotion, but also a necessary practice. Popular options include Modak, Motichoor Ladoo, Kaju Katli, Malai Peda, Mawa Modak, Khoya Modak, Kheer, Phirni, and Shrikhand.

Which Sweet Is Most Important During Ganesh Chaturthi?

Modak is without a doubt the sweet most closely linked with Lord Ganesh. This traditional dumpling consisting of rice flour, jaggery, and grated coconut is supposed to be Ganesha’s favourite. Offering Modak to the deity is thought to provide blessings and eliminate barriers in life. Modak’s distinct flavor and spiritual significance make it a must-have during Ganesh Chaturthi.

 5 Easy Ganesh Chaturthi Sweet Recipes

Let’s look at some simple but delicious Ganesh Chaturthi sweets recipes. Always utilize high-quality, fresh ingredients. Rufil’s all-natural ghee, milk, curd, and yogurt are ideal for creating these holiday goodies!

1. Mawa Modak.

Ingredients: 

-1 cup Khoya (Mawa)

– ½ cup powdered sugar,

– ¼ teaspoon cardamom powder.

– A few saffron strands (optional).

– Rufil Ghee (for greasing the molds)

Instructions:

1. Crumble the khoya and cook it in a nonstick pan over low heat. Stir continuously until the mixture softens and changes color.
2. Stir in the powdered sugar until the mixture thickens and leaves the edges of the pan.
3. Add cardamom powder and saffron strands for flavor.
4. Let the mixture cool somewhat before greasing Modak molds with ghee.
5. Shape little amounts of the mixture using the molds.
6. Once the modaks have hardened, gently remove them from the molds.
7. The Mawa Modaks are preparing for Ganpati!

2. Shrikhand

A traditional dish appreciated by Maharashtrians and Gujaratis alike!

Ingredients:

– 2 cups hung curd (strained yogurt).

– 1/2 cup powdered sugar – A pinch of saffron strands (soaked in 1 tbsp heated milk).

– ¼ teaspoon Cardamom Powder

– Chopped nuts and pistachios as garnish

Instructions:

1. Combine the hung curd and powdered sugar until completely dissolved.
2. Mix in the saffron milk and cardamom powder.
3. Refrigerate for a few hours to let the flavors to combine.
4. Just before serving, garnish with chopped nuts and pistachios.
5. Serve as prasad to Ganpati!

3. Motichoor Ladoo

A timeless favorite for Ganesh Chaturthi!

Ingredients:

– 1 cup of Besan (gram flour).

– One cup sugar.

– A dab of orange food coloring (optional).

– Rufil Ghee (For Frying)

– Chopped nuts for garnish.

Instructions:

1. Combine besan and water to make a smooth, thin batter.
2. Heat ghee in a skillet, then pour the batter through a perforated ladle to make miniature boondis. Fry them until golden.
3. Make sugar syrup by boiling sugar and water until it reaches a one-string consistency, then add food coloring.
4. Combine the boondis with the syrup and let it cool somewhat.
5. Form the mixture into ladoos with lubricated hands. Garnish with chopped nuts.
6. Your Motichoor Ladoos are ready to serve!

4. Malai Peda

A luscious milk-based treat!

Ingredients:

– 1 cup milk powder,

-½ cup condensed milk,

-¼ cup Rufil milk,

-2 tbsp ghee, and

-a sprinkling of cardamom powder.

– Saffron Strands (as garnish)

– Chopped pistachios or almonds as garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat the ghee in a pan, then roast the milk powder over low heat until golden.
2. Add the condensed milk and whisk to mix.
3. Add the Rufil milk and continue to stir until the liquid thickens and leaves the edges of the pan.
4. Add the cardamom powder, stir, and allow to cool somewhat.
5. Form the mixture into little pedas and sprinkle with saffron and nuts.
6. Allow them to cool completely before offering.

5. Kaju Katli

A nutty pleasure that is ideal for Ganesh Chaturthi!

Ingredients:

Ingredients: 1 cup cashew nuts, ½ cup sugar, ¼ cup water, ½ teaspoon cardamom powder, and 1 teaspoon Rufil ghee.

Instructions:

1. Grind cashew nuts to a fine powder.
2. In a skillet, combine sugar and water and heat until syrupy.
3. Add the cashew powder to the syrup and stir until smooth.
4. Cook the mixture until it thickens and separates from the pan’s sides.
5. Combine the cardamom powder and ghee, then spread the mixture on a buttered dish.
6. Roll it out thinly, let it cool, and then cut it into diamond shapes.
7. Serve as prasad to Ganpati!

Sweeten your Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations!

As you celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi this year, make these sweets with love and devotion to serve as prasad to Lord Ganesh. Each recipe is simple to prepare and adds a bit of homemade warmth to your celebrations. Allow the perfume of these delights to fill your home with pleasure, blessings, and festive mood.

Ganpati Bappa Morya!

Cooking utensils Recommendation:

1. Large saucepan or pot 
2. Mixing spoon 
3. Chopping board 
4. Knife 
5. Serving bowls