6 Makar Sankranti Sweet You Must Savour During Celebration
By Krati Purwar
January 13, 2025
Makar Sankranti is the celebration of the onset of spring as people brace to bid adieu to harsh winter. In many parts of India, this day is marked by kite flying competitions and community gatherings around luscious table spreads. Make the festival meal more luring by serving these sweets.
Puran Poli
In Maharashtra, people prepare puran poli, a traditional lentil-based delight. It is slightly tricky to prepare but once you ace the recipe, you cannot look back.
Sweet Pongal
In many South Indian households, sweet Pongal takes the centre stage during the celebration of Harvest Festival. It will satisfy your sugar cravings.
Gur Ka Halwa
Have you ever tried your hands at gur ka halwa? It is amazing, easy to cook, and will turn out to be a crowd-pleaser if you love hosting.
Til Ke Ladoo
Sesame seeds are the centre of the celebration of Makar Sankranti in North India. Make til ke ladoo for sweet indulgence during the celebration.
Coconut Ladoo
You can also prepare coconut ladoo for the celebration. They are delicious and boast nutty flavour. They can be served before and after the meal.
Til Chikki
You can use sesame seeds to prepare til ki chikki, a delightful dessert that takes less than 15 minutes to be prepared.
