GUJARATI SWEET TREATS
Gujarati cuisine is a rich array of flavours and dishes and their sweet dishes are just as coveted as their snacks. Here are 8 Gujarati desserts that are sure to be a hit in any situation.
MOHANTHAL
A rich and gram flour-based sweet, often infused with ghee, and cardamom, and topped with almonds or pistachios.
SHRIKHAND
A delightful dessert made from strained yoghurt, sweetened with sugar and flavoured with saffron and cardamom.
BASUNDI
A luscious milk-based dessert, prepared by simmering and thickening sweetened milk, often garnished with chopped nuts and a hint of cardamom.
KOPRA PAK
A coconut-based sweet, combining grated coconut with sugar or jaggery, creating a dense and satistying treat.
SUTARFENI
A unique and delicate sweet made by shredding dough into a hairlike texture, often enjoyed with a drizzle of sugar syrup and a sprinkle of cardamom.
KANSAR
A traditional wheat-based dessert, usually prepared during auspicious occasions, incorporating wheat flour, ghee, and jaggery or sugar.
DOODH PAK
A comforting rice pudding-like dessert made with milk, rice, and sugar, infused with the warmth of cardamom, saffron, and sometimes, dry fruits.