Name: Diya-Shaped Sweet Treats: A Festive Indian Dessert
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 packet Arrowroot Biscuits; 1/4 cup Mawa (khoya); 2 Tbsp Peanut Butter; 2 Tbsp Milk (condensed); 2 Tbsp Honey; 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Diya-Shaped Sweet Treats: A Festive Indian Dessert

35 minutes

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Bengali Homestyle Cooking Indian

About Diya-Shaped Sweet Treats: A Festive Indian Dessert

Light up your celebrations with these enchanting Diya-shaped sweets, a delightful nod to traditional Bengali cuisine. These no-bake treats promise a symphony of flavors and textures.

Imagine the creamy richness of peanut butter and mawa (khoya) mingling with the gentle sweetness of condensed milk and honey. All of this is punctuated by the satisfying crunch of arrowroot biscuits.

Perfect for Janmashtami or any festive occasion, these easy-to-make sweets are a unique and delicious addition to your celebratory spread. They're as simple to create as they are delightful to devour.

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Recipe Time & More

Prep15

Cook20

Total35

Calories68 kcal

Serves

Served AsDesserts Snacks

Recipe TasteCrunchy Sweet

Ingredients

Base

▢ 1 packet Arrowroot Biscuits
▢ 1/4 cup Mawa khoya
▢ 2 Tbsp Peanut Butter

Wet Ingredients

▢ 2 Tbsp Milk condensed
▢ 2 Tbsp Honey
▢ 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

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Instructions

In a bowl, crush the arrowroot biscuits into fine crumbs. This will form the base of the Diya sweets.
Add the mawa (khoya) and peanut butter to the crushed biscuits. Mash everything together until well combined. This creates a cohesive mixture that will hold its shape.
In a separate pan, gently heat the condensed milk, honey, and vanilla extract. Heating the mixture helps it combine smoothly with the biscuit base.
Pour the warm wet ingredients into the biscuit mixture. Mix thoroughly until a dough-like consistency is achieved.
Let the dough cool to room temperature. This makes it easier to shape.
Once cooled, use a tablespoon or your hands to shape the dough into small Diya (earthen lamp) shapes. Use a fork to create the decorative lines on top, mimicking the look of a traditional Diya.
Arrange the shaped Diya sweets on a serving plate. Drizzle a small amount of honey over each sweet, resembling the oil poured into traditional Diyas.
Serve and enjoy these unique and festive treats!

Recipe Notes

Good To Know

For a more authentic lamp appearance, use a small spoon to gently shape the edges of each sweet into a shallow bowl, then add a sliver of almond or a small cashew at the tip to mimic a flame.
If mawa (khoya) isn’t available, you can substitute with milk powder mixed with a few teaspoons of warm milk until it forms a soft, dough-like consistency.
To add a festive touch, lightly dust the finished sweets with edible gold or silver leaf (varak) or sprinkle with finely chopped pistachios for extra color and crunch.

Expert Tips

These sweets are often served during Diwali, but their delicate flavor makes them a delightful treat any time of year.
Experiment with different nuts for the "flame" – try slivered almonds, chopped pistachios, or even small pieces of candied ginger.
If you find the dough too sticky to work with, lightly grease your hands with ghee or vegetable oil.

Storage Instructions

These sweets can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Let them come to room temperature before serving for the best texture.