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The bond of siblings is unmatched. One moment you’re fighting over the last piece of cake and on the other, you’re tying them a rakhi as a symbol to protect the other forever. If there’s someone or something that makes childhood worth reliving, it is the constant company of your sibling, isn’t it?
As Raksha Bandhan is just around the corner, you must be busy buying rakhis for your brother or picking out gifts for your sisters. Amidst all the rush, don’t forget to get some traditional sweets to add to your Rakhi thali, which is the heart of the festival. If you’re looking for authentic sweets this Raksha Bandhan, here are some go-to traditional options.
Kaju Katli
Kaju Katli is one of the most popular festive mithai that is a not-miss for Raksha Bandhan. Made with cashew nuts, the diamond-shaped barfi just melts in the mouth and leaves a lingering nutty flavour. The simple yet elegant dessert, which usually has an edible silver foil not only enhances the aesthetics of your Rakhi thali but also levels up the overall taste.
Rasgulla
The chhena-based Indian sweet, rasgulla is a little ball of heaven that is filled with sugar syrup. Even though rasgulla is a Bengal-based Indian sweet, it has not only crossed the state border but also is popular across the globe. Be it spongy rasgulla or the little pink ones, you can take your pick and add to the holy Rakhi thali.
Ladoo
Ladoos are one of the most frequently made Indian sweets for any type of celebration like auspicious events, special occasions and obviously festivals. The beauty of ladoos is that they beautifully cover so many variations like the orange-coloured motichoor ladoo, warm besan ladoo, the melt-in-mouth coconut ladoos, and so on. As per your and your sibling’s preference, you can make the most of this Raksha Bandhan with your favourite ladoos.
Gulab Jamun
Gulab Jamun is the deep-fried balls of khoya that are soaked in sugar syrup and are the perfect fit for any occasion. Be it next to a typical birthday plate with a samosa or adjacent to the holy thread of rakhi, the brown exterior that features a soft khoya-based interior can melt anybody’s heart.
Barfi
Just like ladoos, barfi comes in a range of different varieties, flavours, fillings, toppings, and ingredients. From a multi-coloured coconut barfi to the comforting brown-coloured besan barfi, all siblings have different memories pertaining to the Indian sweet. As per your theme and preferences, you can choose your favourite squares of barfi for Raksha Bandhan.
