Holi is not only the most colourful, but Holi is a time for eating delicious food and exchanging sweets and presents. This is a festival of the most delicious delicacies to enjoy. On Holi, you’ll find a vast range of delectable treats. 

Below we have listed some Holi special dishes to enjoy  this season, ranging from Gujiya to Thandai.

Thandai

Without Thandai, the Thandai Holi event is incomplete! It’s a traditional Indian beverage produced specifically for the Holi celebration in the North Indian states of Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. It’s best served chilled, so start making it a few hours before you intend to serve it. Just before serving, place a few ice cubes in the cups. You’ll need seeds and nuts like almonds, cashew nuts, poppy seeds, and melon seeds to make a delicious Thandai.

Gujiya

Can anyone imagine Holi without the delectable Gujiya?! This classic sweet dumpling is composed of maida or flour and filled with a fragrant nutty filling that will make you feel like you’re in the mood for Holi. It’s dipped in a sweet syrup after being deep fried in ghee. Gujiya is a must-have when it comes to the Holi festival; this wonderful sweet dish must be included in your dessert section. So, add some delicious Gujiya to your Holi celebrations!

Malpua

 Malpua means “Indian Pancake” in English. It’s made with a batter of coconut, crushed banana, flour, and milk, and it’s flavoured with cardamom before being served with a sugar syrup. While Malpua is a common sweet dish across the Indian subcontinent, it also functions as a special sweet during festivals. Malpuas are particularly delicious when dipped in flavoured sugar syrup.

Ras Malai

Ras Malai is a sweet that is loved by everyone having a sweet tooth! Do you know the secret to the delectable flavour? Here’s a quick rundown of how to make this delectable dessert: To prepare Rasmalai, flattened Chenna balls are first boiled in sugar syrup. Then dipped in sweetened, thickened milk with a cream consistency. If you forget to include this delicacy in your Holi sweets, you will likely lose out on this delicious experience.

Puran Poli

Puran Poli is a sweet lentil-filled Indian stuffed bread. Puran refers to the stuffing, whereas poli refers to the roti or outer layer consisting of whole wheat flour. It’s essentially a sweet buttery flatbread that should absolutely be on your Holi dessert menu. This delicacy may be unfamiliar to some, but it is considered a Holi special!

 Mattar Kheer

You might be wondering why matar kheer is included in the Holi special sweets list, but there are always exceptions. Mattar Kheer may appear to be an unusual dish, yet it is incredibly delicious. It’s an intriguing combination of green peas and rice pudding, to be precise. It’s a sweet dish with pistachios and raisins to add to the creamy dessert’s appeal. Prepare yourself for a strangely delicious dinner!

Kesari Malai Peda

Yes! Kesari Malai Peda is as delicious as it sounds; in fact, you won’t be able to stop at just one serving. Little round balls of cream or thickened milk are included in this delectable delicacy. It’s also flavoured with saffron and cardamom, and it’s perfect for lifting your spirits and calming your nerves during Holi. This dessert will completely satisfy your sweet tooth!

 Shakkar Paare

Small deep fried wheat flour packages are sprinkled in a sugar syrup to provide sweetness to this famous Holi meal.

Saffron Rice 

One of the most commonly seen Holi meal side dishes during the celebration. Saffron rice uses the pricey herb to impart a subtle flavour to the rice. Because saffron is notoriously pricey, most people would not use it on a regular basis, thus this is a treat.

Malai Kulfi with Almonds

What’s not to love about Almond Malai Kulfi? It’s the best sweet dish ever! Condensed milk, saffron, and dry fruits are combined in a matki and served chilled. This kulfi is the traditional Indian variety, and it has been a popular treat for years. You will adore this Malai Kulfi, and if you don’t believe me, you must taste one of these tempting sweet treats because you will not be able to stop at just one!

 Dahi Vada

Dahi vada, a fluffy, delicate, tangy, and sweet nibble, combines all of your favourite flavours and textures into one delicious snack. They’re made out of fried lentil dumpling fritters that have been dipped in creamy whipped yoghurt and topped with spicy and sweet chutneys.

Khasta Kachori

Flaky and delicious kachori filled with spicy moong lentils is one of the mouth watering delicacies to serve this Holi.

Bhaang Laddoos

The Festival of Colors is a joyous occasion; it’s time to unwind and celebrate. It’s up to you, as a restaurateur, to make the festival more engaging. Because it has been ingrained in Indian traditions and rituals since ancient times, bhaang has become synonymous with holi. In some regions of the country, eating it is also considered lucky. This plant is excellent for alleviating anxiety, according to Ayurveda. You can’t miss out on this classic Holi feast with so many delicacies. If you include Bhaang laddoos on your menu, you’ll see an increase in demand.