Holi 2026: Sweet Delights You Can't Miss

A deep-fried pastry filled with khoya and dry fruits. The most iconic sweet of Holi.

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A festive milk drink blended with saffron, nuts, and aromatic spices.

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Soft pancakes soaked in sugar syrup, often served with rabri.

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Lentil dumplings topped with sweet yogurt and tamarind chutney.

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Sweet flatbread stuffed with jaggery and chana dal filling.

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Soft coconut balls made with condensed milk and sugar.

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Milk-based sweet flavoured with saffron and cardamom.

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Holi 2026: Sweet Delights You Can't Miss

BY: BISHAL SINGH

A deep-fried pastry filled with khoya and dry fruits. The most iconic sweet of Holi.

Gujiya

A festive milk drink blended with saffron, nuts, and aromatic spices.

Thandai

Soft pancakes soaked in sugar syrup, often served with rabri.

Malpua

Lentil dumplings topped with sweet yogurt and tamarind chutney.

Dahi Bhalla

Sweet flatbread stuffed with jaggery and chana dal filling.

Puran Poli

Soft coconut balls made with condensed milk and sugar.

Coconut Laddoo

Milk-based sweet flavoured with saffron and cardamom.

Kesar Barfi