Want to keep it healthy this Diwali? Try these desserts
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Oct 26, 2023
Whole wheat halwa
Indulge in a nutritious halwa made from whole wheat flour, ghee, and sweetened with jaggery, the perfect guilt-free dessert.
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Makhana kheer
Enjoy a creamy kheer made with makhana (fox nuts) and reduced-fat milk, sweetened with natural sweeteners like stevia or honey. These healthier options will satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt!
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Oats and jaggery ladoo
These sweet bites are a healthy twist on traditional Indian sweets, made with rolled oats, jaggery, and a touch of ghee.
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Baked gulab jamun
These jamuns are a guilt-free alternative to the deep-fried version, baked to perfection and soaked in sugar syrup for a healthier Diwali treat.
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Date and nut barfi
Enjoy a nutritious version of the classic barfi, sweetened with dates and packed with almonds, cashews, and pistachios.
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Coconut and jaggery modak
Try a healthier take on the classic modak, with steamed dumplings sweetened by jaggery instead of sugar.
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Ragi ladoo
These round, wholesome treats are made from ragi (finger millet) flour, jaggery, and a touch of ghee.
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Fruit chaat
A colourful and refreshing fruit salad with a sprinkle of chaat masala for a delightful twist on traditional Diwali sweets.
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Saffron and almond milk pudding
Dive into a rich, creamy dessert made with almond milk, saffron, and natural sweeteners like honey or dates.
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