Ganesh Chaturthi is such a fun festival that brings a positive vibe to everyone's lives. It is the arrival of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the bringer of new beginnings. This 10-day festival brings people together.
When you think of Ganesh Chaturthi what comes to mind are the beautiful Ganesha idols, the crowds and the chanting. The days are filled with great moments, excitement, colours and sweets. This Ganesh Chaturthi you can make your favourite halwa and other traditional dishes at home and add a special touch to your celebrations!
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With whole wheat flour, semolina or even poppy seeds you can make so many rich and delicious halwas for the festive season. Whether it is the classic sooji halwa, the nutty walnut halwa or the unique khus ka halwa, everyone will love it.
Halwas To Make As Ganesh Chaturthi Prasad:
Atte Ka Halwa
Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi with Atte Ka Halwa. Made with whole wheat flour, this is a festival special, especially during Navratri. But you don’t need an occasion to enjoy this simple and delicious one. It’s quick to make and perfect for offering to Lord Ganesha during the festival.
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Walnut Halwa
Add a nutty twist to your Ganesh Chaturthi sweets with Walnut Halwa. Ground walnuts with cucumber seeds are roasted with sugar, cardamom and milk to make a healthy and tasty dessert. This is perfect for those who love the nutty and seedy taste, it’s a special one for the festival.
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Khus Khus Ka Halwa
Surprise your guests this Ganesh Chaturthi with Khus Khus Ka Halwa, a dessert made from poppy seeds. While poppy seeds are used in curries and breads, they shine in this halwa. Ingredients like khus khus, ghee, milk, fox nuts (makhane), cardamom powder, nuts and sugar come together to make a unique dessert for the festival.
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Sooji Halwa
Sooji Halwa is a classic that fits into any festival, including Ganesh Chaturthi. This is a popular one that’s prepared during Navratri for Kanjak poojan, but it’s also a nice addition to your Ganesh Chaturthi menu. Serve it with dry kala chana and pooris for a traditional touch.
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Chana Dal Halwa
For a heavy and rich dessert this Ganesh Chaturthi, try Chana Dal Halwa. Soaked and ground chana dal is sautéed and cooked into a halwa with cardamom and saffron. This is a traditional sweet to enjoy during the festival.
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Badam Ka Halwa
End your Ganesh Chaturthi with a sweet with Badam Ka Halwa. Blanched and peeled almonds are cooked in desi ghee until golden brown, to make a luxurious and nutty dessert.
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With just almonds, sugar and ghee you can make this delicious halwa that will be a hit during the festival.