Sweets and snacks play an essential role in Diwali celebrations, and families often prepare a variety of delectable treats to share with friends and relatives.
Here is my ever-growing selection of Diwali recipes including both sweets and snacks!
Check out my Diwali Dinner Menu for inspiration to curate your own bespoke menu
Diwali is a vibrant, colourful and joyous festival that is best expressed through the medium of food! It’s the time to prepare traditional and innovative sweets and savoury snacks for friends and family.
Add that love, affection and personal touch this festive season.
See our collection of Indian Milk Sweets , Easy Indian Desserts for Dinner Parties or Indian Fusion Desserts .
Recipes in this list range in difficulty – suitable for beginners to advanced. Many in the list can be made ahead and stored.
- Diwali Sweets Recipes / Mithai Recipes Gujarati Sweets/Mithai Bengali Sweets Barfi recipes for Diwali Peda Recipes Halwa Recipes Ladoo Recipes Katli and rolls Eggless Baking for Diwali Other sweets
- Diwali Snacks Recipes Chevdo Savouries Bhajiya and Kachoris
Diwali Sweets Recipes / Mithai Recipes
Diwali sweets hold a special significance during the Festival of Lights.
These delectable treats are not only delicious but also symbolize the sweetness and prosperity that people wish to share with their loved ones during the festive season.
Families prepare a wide array of sweets, and it’s common to exchange them as gifts with friends, relatives, and neighbours.
You can find plenty of easy diwali sweets recipes below!
Gujarati Sweets/Mithai
Meethi Khajli
Suwari/Suvari
Sugar coated Shakkarpara
Meethi Boondi
Bengali Sweets
Paneer Gulab Jamun (Bengali Channar Puli)
Shakkarkand (Sweet potato) Gulab Jamun
Rasgulla
Beetroot Kalakand
Barfi recipes for Diwali
Barfi is a broad category of sweets made with milk, sugar, and various flavorings like nuts, fruits, and spices.
Rose and Chocolate Milk Cake
Kesar, Badam Pista Barfi
Peda Recipes
Peda is a sweetened, condensed milk-based fudge, often flavored with cardamom and garnished with nuts.
Halwa Recipes
Halwa is a general term for dense and sweet confections made from various ingredients such as semolina, wheat flour, lentils, carrots, and more.
Bombay Ice Golden Halwa
Masoor Dal Halwa
Badam Besan Ka Halwa
Pineapple and Coconut Halwa
Ladoo Recipes
Ladoo is a traditional Indian sweet available in various flavors and forms. It is made from different ingredients like gram flour (besan), semolina (sooji), coconut, and more. Some common types of ladoo include Besan Ladoo, Motichoor Ladoo, Coconut Ladoo, and Rava Ladoo.
Stuffed Magas
Kaju Kesar Mawa Ladoo
Kesar Mango Boondi
Paneer and Cashew Ladoo
Ghotma Ladoo
Caramel Rava Ladoo
Katli and rolls
Chocolate and Anjeer Rolls
Eggless Baking for Diwali
Other sweets
Kesar Khaja
Balushahi
Diwali Snacks Recipes
Diwali celebrations also include a variety of savory snacks that are equally delicious and popular. These savory snacks are enjoyed during gatherings, family get-togethers, and while celebrating the festival.
Chevdo
Chevdo (also called as “Chivda”) is a popular Indian savory snack mixture. There are several variations of Chevdo, and it is a staple snack during festivals like Diwali or enjoyed with tea or coffee during regular days.
Savouries
Bhajiya and Kachoris
Besan Para
Panch Ratna Chevdo
Masala boondi
Sprouted Beans and Cornflakes Chivda
Masala fulwadi
Besan Sev
Choraphari
Masala Khajli
Khasta Aloo Kachori
Farsi Khaman Puri
Gujarat Na Dal Vada
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Diwali Sweets and Snacks Recipes
Equipment
- 1 pan
- 1 Kadai
- 1 Tray
- 1 Spatula
- 1 Slotted spoon
Ingredients
- sugar
- ghee
- nuts
- plain flour
- gram flour
- milk powder
- khoya
- oil
- Jaggery
- Paneer
Instructions
- Choose a recipe to prepare for the Indian festival of Diwali, and follow the instructions.
- Most of the Indian sweets are prepared with sugar or jaggery to sweeten the dish.
- Jaggery or gud and ghee used in many Gujarati recipes such as Sukhdi and Churma Ladoo.
- For milk based sweets such as kheer, basundi and rasmalai, milk is cooked on low to medium heat and reduced to yield rich and creamy flavours.
- For Bengali sweets like Rasgulla, Kala Jamun and Gulab jamun, paneer and khoya is used as main ingredient.
- Different types of barfi or burfi, gulab jamun and ladoos are made with plain flour or gram flour or milk powder and decorated with nuts.
- Indian savoury snacks are usually deep fried in oil like chivda, pakoras and kachoris.
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PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Diwali Sweets and Snacks Recipes
Equipment
- 1 pan
- 1 Kadai
- 1 Tray
- 1 Spatula
- 1 Slotted spoon
Ingredients
- sugar
- ghee
- nuts
- plain flour
- gram flour
- milk powder
- khoya
- oil
- Jaggery
- Paneer
Instructions
- Choose a recipe to prepare for the Indian festival of Diwali, and follow the instructions.
- Most of the Indian sweets are prepared with sugar or jaggery to sweeten the dish.
- Jaggery or gud and ghee used in many Gujarati recipes such as Sukhdi and Churma Ladoo.
- For milk based sweets such as kheer, basundi and rasmalai, milk is cooked on low to medium heat and reduced to yield rich and creamy flavours.
- For Bengali sweets like Rasgulla, Kala Jamun and Gulab jamun, paneer and khoya is used as main ingredient.
- Different types of barfi or burfi, gulab jamun and ladoos are made with plain flour or gram flour or milk powder and decorated with nuts.
- Indian savoury snacks are usually deep fried in oil like chivda, pakoras and kachoris.
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PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
These chilli lime accordion potatoes are an Indian take on the viral TikTok trend! Lattice cut slices of potatoes are coated in a tongue tingly masala then baked or air fried until crispy outside and soft inside.
- Ingredients notes
- Serving suggestion
- Storage
- Other Indian Fusion Recipes
I often prepare these air fryer indian potatoes but this time I wanted to make something that not only tasted good, but was so fun to make and eat!
Chilli and lime accordion potatoes are a fun, flavorful twist on classic roasted potatoes. Thinly sliced in a fan-like pattern, these crispy potatoes soak up bold seasonings.
The combination of tangy lime and spicy chilli powder brings a vibrant, mouth-watering contrast, while the crispy edges add a satisfying crunch.
Perfect as a snack, side dish, or appetizer along with this hariyali aloo (green masala potatoes) , these accordion potatoes are easy to prepare and sure to impress with their eye-catching presentation and irresistible flavour.
Ingredients notes
Potatoes – I have used large baking potatoes simply because you need to cut off quite a bit of potato.
Oil – I’ve used sunflower but you can use any.
Chilli powder – I’ve stuck to kashmiri chilli powder which provides alll the colour without much heat.
Chaat masala – chaat masala adds tang but you can skip it.
Lime or Lemon juice – I like to squeeze over a little fresh lime/lemon juice just before serving.
Salt
Optional garnishes: finely chopped coriander, pomegranate arils and thin sev.
Serving suggestion
These accordion potatoes are best served as a starter, snack or side. They’re brilliant served alongside an Indian meal.
Masala accordion potatoes are best served with a tangy and vibrant chutney such as this green mango and mint chutney . A green coriander chutney works well too! You can browse through this collection of samosa sauces for a full list of sauces.
You can turn them into a chaat by adding a few extras – a little bit like this smashed potato chaat .
Storage
These potatoes are best eaten immediately when they are at their freshest.
However if you have any leftover, you can store them in an air tight container and keep in the fridge for up to 2 days. They will loose a lot of their texture but you can perk them up in the oven or air fryer for a minute.
Other Indian Fusion Recipes
Tandoori Paneer Tarte Au Soleil
Gulab Jamun Truffles
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Chilli Lime Accordion Potatoes
Equipment
- Sharp knife
- oven or Air Fryer
- Chop sticks or bbq skewers
Ingredients
- 5 potatoes large
- ¼ cup oil
- 1 tablespoon red kashmiri chilli powder
- 1 teaspoon chaat masala
- ½ lemon squeezed
- 1 tablespoon coriander chopped
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Wash the potatoes and cut off the round parts of the potato so that you are left with a square.
- Slice the potatoes into thick slices (about ¼ to ½ inch thick).
- Place each potato slice flat on a cutting board.
- To create the accordion effect, you’ll need to make diagonal cuts on both sides of the potato.
- First side: Place chopsticks or skewers on each side of the potato slice (to prevent cutting all the way through). Cut thin, straight slices vertically across the length of the potato.
- Flip the potato to the other side. Now make diagonal cuts, creating crisscrossed lines. Be careful not to cut through the potato.
- The potato slice should now have an accordion-like effect when stretched.
- Leave to soak in salted water whilst you prepare the seasoning.
- To make the seasoning, mix together red chilli powder, chaat masala, salt and oil in a bowl.
- Pat dry the potatoes with a kitchen towel.
- Brush or toss the accordion-cut potatoes with the seasoning.
Air Fryer Instructions:
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the potato slices in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding, as this ensures even cooking.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through. Check for crispness and golden brown color. Depending on your air fryer model, cooking times may vary slightly.
- Once done, remove the potatoes from the air fryer.
Oven-Baked Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the potato slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased with oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping the potatoes halfway through. The potatoes should be golden brown and crispy around the edges.
- Once cooked, squeeze over lemon juice and scatter chopped coriander.
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Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
