Lohri 2023: 5 Best Jaggery Desserts To Celebrate

By Aanchal Mathur

The festival of Lohri is all about getting together with friends and family, singing, dancing and feasting on seasonal delicacies. Here are some jaggery desserts you can add to your Lohri menu. 

Gur Ka Halwa

Typically prepared with semolina, jaggery and lots of crunchy nuts, doused in a generous dose of ghee, this Gur ka halwa is a must try.  

Til Ladoo

Both til, also known as sesame seeds and jaggery or gud are known to be warm. Made by mixing sesame with melted jaggery in saffron-infused milk, these ladoos are perfect to satiate the sweet tooth.  

Murmura Ladoo

All you need are three ingredients to make this one– murmura, jaggery and water. Simply melt the jaggery in water, cook and mix in murmura with it.   

Almond And Sesame Pinni

Prepared in pure ghee, these pinnis spell indulgence. You can definitely prepare this popular snack during Lohri and treat your loved ones. 

Gur And Til Cake

Prepared with gur, til, refined flour, butter and egg (optional), this gur and til cake can be a fancy little addition to Lohri this year.