Makar Sankranti 2024: 7 Jaggery-Based Indian Sweets To Indulge In

By Devi Poojari

January 8, 2024

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Jaggery, when combined with other ingredients, forms the basis of most dessert preparations during the harvest festival of Makar Sankranti. Tap to see a list of mouth-watering delicacies that should be on your must-try list, this year.

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TILGUL

The classic Maharashtrian preparation of sesame seeds and jaggery, is the proverbial sweet to share for goodwill and harmony.

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SAKKARAI PONGAL

The sweet version of the rice and lentil breakfast delicacy, is a rich and luxurious dessert loaded with dry fruits and ghee.

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BHAPA PULI PITHA

Stuffed with a mixture of date palm jaggery, coconut and cardamom, this steamed, dumpling-like Bengali sweet is a decadent parcel.

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PURAN POLI

As one of the integral dishes that constitute festive feasts across multiple cultures, the puranpoli is the quintessential jaggery-stuffed delight.

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PORI URUNDAI

Puffed rice coated in syrupy jaggery and formed into balls, are a light and crispy snack that is often enjoyed during the festival.

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GUR KA HALWA

This soul-warming, buttery dessert is the only kind of winter sweet that is sure to give you a feeling of truly being home, this Makar Sankranti.

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DANYACHE LADOO

The nutty aroma and flavour of roasted peanuts, combined with the caramel notes of jaggery make these ladoos an irresistible treat worth bingeing on.

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