Janmashtami 2024: Lord Krishna's Favourite Food Items Devotees Must Note

By Krati Purwar

August 24, 2024

As you prepare to celebrate Lord Krishna’s birthday on August 26, 2024, here is a list of his favourite foods. Since it’s his birthday, devotees should be offering him food that he cherishes the most.

Panchamrit

Lord Krishna is bathed in milk, curd, honey, and gangajal which are later used to create panchamrit and distributed among devotees.

Ladoo

You can also offer ladoo as prasad to Lord Krishna. Coconut and boondi are considered among the popular choices.

Makhan Mishri

Lord Krishna’s favourite food is makhan mishri. According to mythology, he used to steal it with his friends. He will bless you if you offer him this delight.

Makhana Kheer

Using fox nuts, prepare a delicious batch of kheer. You can not only make it a part of the prasad but also consume it while fasting on Janmashtami. 

Malpua

In many regions, malpua is also offered to Lord Krishna. It is topped with rabri and flavoured with cardamom.

Shankarpali

Shankarpali is a sweet delight made with ghee, flour, and sugar. It is a deep-fried festive treat that can be a part of prasad offerings.

Gopalkala

Gopalkala is a savoury dish comprising flattened rice, cucumber, curd, spices, and coconut. It is also offered to Lord Krishna on Janmashtami.

Peda

In Mathura, peda is quite famous and is a part of the prasad offered to Lord Krishna. It is often garnished with saffron and pistachios.