10 Popular North Indian Winter Desserts

• Gajar Ka Halwa (Carrot Halwa); A classic winter dessert made with seasonal red carrots, milk, sugar, and ghee, garnished with nuts.
• Moong Dal Halwa; A rich halwa made with ground yellow lentils, cooked in ghee and milk, and topped with nuts.
• Pinni; A Punjabi delicacy made with wheat flour, ghee, and jaggery, often loaded with dry fruits for extra warmth.
• Gond Ke Laddu; Laddus made with edible gum (gond), wheat flour, ghee, and jaggery, packed with energy for the cold season.
• Til Ke Ladoo (Sesame Seed Laddus); A winter favorite made with sesame seeds and jaggery, known for their warming properties.
• Beetroot Halwa; A vibrant and healthy halwa made with grated beetroot, milk, ghee, and sugar, garnished with nuts and flavored with cardamom.
• Shahi Tukda; A rich Mughlai dessert made with deep-fried bread slices soaked in flavored milk (rabri) and garnished with nuts and saffron.
• Peanut Chikki (Gajak); A crunchy brittle made with roasted peanuts and jaggery, providing warmth and energy during winter. Tip: Sesame (til) or mixed nut versions of chikki are also widely enjoyed.
• Malpua with Rabri; Sweet, deep-fried pancakes served with thickened milk (rabri), flavored with saffron and cardamom.
• Khajur Halwa (Date Halwa); A warm dessert made with dates, ghee, and nuts, offering natural sweetness and energy for the winter chill.