Diwali is the sweetest festival of the year — quite literally. This HinduTone guide shares classic Diwali sweets recipes for 2026 — ladoo, mysore pak, soan papdi and more — to make and offer this Deepavali.

Offer fresh sweets as naivedyam during Lakshmi Puja, then share them with family, friends and neighbours — the heart of Diwali’s spirit of giving.

Besan Ladoo

  1. Roast besan in ghee on low heat until golden and aromatic
  2. Cool slightly, mix in powdered sugar and cardamom
  3. Add chopped nuts and roll into ladoos

Mysore Pak

  1. Make a one-string sugar syrup
  2. Add roasted besan gradually with generous ghee, stirring constantly
  3. Pour into a tray when porous; cool and cut

Soan Papdi (Simplified)

  1. Roast besan and maida in ghee; keep aside
  2. Make a sugar syrup to hard-ball stage
  3. Combine, whisk to form flaky strands, press into a tray with cardamom and nuts, and cut

More Diwali Favourites

  • Kaju katli (cashew fudge)
  • Rava/coconut ladoo
  • Gulab jamun and jalebi
  • Dry-fruit barfi and chikki (no-cook options)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Besan ladoo, mysore pak, kaju katli, soan papdi, gulab jamun and barfi are among the most loved.

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Can I make Diwali sweets easily at home?

Yes — ladoos and barfis are beginner-friendly; mysore pak and soan papdi take a little practice but are very doable.

What sweet is offered as naivedyam?

Any fresh homemade sweet (ladoo, barfi, kheer) is offered to Lakshmi-Ganesha and then shared as prasadam.

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