Festive Flavours: 10 sweets you can make at home for Raksha Bandhan

Besan ladoo Roasted chickpea flour, ghee, and sugar blend into aromatic golden balls. This is easy to prepare, rich in flavour, and perfect for festive gifting during Raksha Bandhan celebrations with family.

Kaju katli Cashew powder is cooked with sugar syrup until smooth, rolled thin, and cut into diamond shapes. Soft, melt-in-mouth texture makes this beloved Raksha Bandhan sweet for all ages.

Coconut barfi Fresh grated coconut and condensed milk simmered until set, cut into squares. Mildly sweet, chewy, and fragrant, it’s a traditional yet quick treat for Rakhi celebrations.

Gulab jamun Fried khoya balls soaked in saffron-cardamom sugar syrup. Soft, juicy, and indulgent, these bite-sized delights are a Raksha Bandhan favourite to share after the rakhi-tying ritual.

Rasgulla Spongy balls made from chenna, boiled in light sugar syrup. Light, airy, and refreshing, these Bengali sweets are ideal for festive indulgence without feeling overly heavy.

Malpua Mini pancakes made from flour, milk, and sugar, fried and soaked in syrup. Crisp edges, soft centre, and a heavenly aroma, perfect for a special Raksha Bandhan dessert.

Sandesh A Bengali delicacy of soft, sweetened chenna flavoured with cardamom or saffron. Light yet flavourful, ideal for gifting to siblings who prefer mildly sweet and fresh desserts.

Jalebi Fermented flour batter fried into spirals, soaked in syrup. Crisp outside and syrupy inside, these golden loops are a joyful addition to Raksha Bandhan breakfast or evening snacks.

Phirni Creamy rice pudding flavoured with cardamom, saffron, and rosewater, served chilled in earthen bowls. Smooth texture and delicate flavours make it a cooling end to Raksha Bandhan meals.

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