New Year 2024: 7 Jaggery-Infused Desserts For A Sweet Start

By Aparna Dutta

December 31st, 2023

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Planning to ring in the New Year by indulging friends and families with some delightful treats? Here are some desserts that can be prepared with jaggery. Check out these easy recipe ideas to start the year on a healthy, sweet and delicious note.

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Banana Bread

The sweetness of bananas and earthy tones of jaggery combine to create a naturally caramelised banana bread everyone will adore.

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Gur Wali Chawal

Cook this classic dish with basmati rice, ghee, jaggery, grated coconut, and a hint of cardamom. Add chopped nuts and dry fruits on top.

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Millet Laddoo

Roast millet flour until it is aromatic. Blend it with powdered jaggery, ghee, and chopped nuts. Shape the mixture into laddoos and enjoy a tasty treat.

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Gur Carrot Halwa

Replace sugar with jaggery to give the winter-special and traditional Indian gajar ka halwa a healthy and indulgent twist perfect for celebrations. 

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Gur Ki Kheer

Cook rice in cardamom-infused milk, sweeten with jaggery and finish off this classic kheer with chopped nuts and a pinch of saffron for added flavours.

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Jaggery Coconut Laddoo

Mix grated coconut and powdered jaggery with ghee and roasted dry fruits. Give the mix a nice toss and shape it into small round laddoos.

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Til Chikki

Prepare this crunchy chikki by mixing roasted sesame seeds and melted jaggery. Spread the mixture in a thin layer, let it cool, then crack up and share among friends.

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