{"id":2861,"date":"2025-02-14T03:35:17","date_gmt":"2025-02-14T03:35:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fooddy.in\/blog\/?p=2861"},"modified":"2026-01-12T12:06:55","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T12:06:55","slug":"sankranti-sweets-karnataka","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fooddy.in\/blog\/sankranti-sweets-karnataka\/","title":{"rendered":"Sankranti Sweets karnataka | A Taste of Tradition for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Makar Sankranti is another festival celebrated throughout India with special importance in Karnataka. This harvest festival marks a time when the sun moves into Makara Rashi, or Capricorn, heralding prosperity and new beginnings. The most noticeable aspect of celebrating the Sankranti festival in Karnataka is the preparation and sharing of traditional sweets. These sweets are usually prepared using jaggery, sesame seeds, coconut, and lentils and add a flavorful taste to the celebrations and are also cultural and symbolic in their sense. In this blog, we take you through some of the best Sankranti sweets from Karnataka along with their recipes and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Best Sankranti Sweets Karnataka<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sankranti sweets of Karnataka are known for their rich flavors and traditional recipes passed down through generations. Here are 10 iconic sweets that define the festive spirit.<\/span><\/p>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-baot=\"1\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"100\" \/>\n<col width=\"100\" \/>\n<col width=\"100\" \/>\n<col width=\"100\" \/>\n<col width=\"100\" \/><\/colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Sr. No<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Sweet \/ Dish<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Key ingredients<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Texture \/ Taste<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>\n<div>\n<div><strong>Why it\u2019s special (Sankranti \/ Karnataka)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1<\/td>\n<td>Ellu Bella<\/td>\n<td>Sesame seeds, jaggery, coconut, roasted peanuts, fried gram<\/td>\n<td>Sweet, nutty, crunchy mix<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>\n<div>Shared with the saying \u201cEllu Bella thindu, olle maathu aadi\u201d to spread positivity and harmony.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2<\/td>\n<td>Sakkare Achu<\/td>\n<td>Sugar candy made in molds<\/td>\n<td>Glossy, sweet, delicate<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>\n<div>Decorative sugar figurines (animals, flowers, stars, symbols); kids love collecting them; exchanged as festive sweetness.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3<\/td>\n<td>Kajjaya<\/td>\n<td>Rice flour, jaggery, cardamom<\/td>\n<td>Crispy outside, soft inside; rich jaggery flavor<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>\n<div>Deep-fried traditional sweet made in batches for sharing during festivals like Sankranti\/Deepavali.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<td>Obbattu (Holige \/ Puran Poli)<\/td>\n<td>Outer dough (wheat\/refined flour), filling (chana dal\/coconut + jaggery), ghee<\/td>\n<td>Soft yet slightly crisp; rich and buttery<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>\n<div>Classic festive stuffed flatbread; variations like coconut filling (kayi holige) or toor dal stuffing.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5<\/td>\n<td>Rava Ladoo<\/td>\n<td>Roasted semolina (rava), sugar, ghee, cardamom, cashews, raisins<\/td>\n<td>Melt-in-the-mouth; warm sweet aroma<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>\n<div>One of the quickest festive sweets; popular across Sankranti, Ganesh Chaturthi, and Diwali.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>6<\/td>\n<td>Coconut Burfi<\/td>\n<td>Fresh grated coconut, sugar, cardamom, ghee (optional: condensed milk\/khoya, saffron, nuts)<\/td>\n<td>Chewy to melt-in-mouth; coconut-rich<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>\n<div>Simple, fragrant bite-sized sweet; common Sankranti treat with creamy\/rich variations.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>7<\/td>\n<td>Shenga Chikki<\/td>\n<td>Roasted peanuts, jaggery (optional: sesame\/almonds)<\/td>\n<td>Crunchy, brittle, sweet-nutty<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>\n<div>Winter-friendly energy snack; jaggery adds warmth; often enjoyed with chai during Sankranti.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>8<\/td>\n<td>Dry Fruit Ladoo<\/td>\n<td>Dates, almonds, cashews, walnuts, jaggery<\/td>\n<td>Soft &amp; chewy with nut crunch<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>\n<div>Healthier sweet (often no refined sugar); energy-boosting snack for kids and elders during festivals.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>9<\/td>\n<td>Pineapple Kesari Bath<\/td>\n<td>Semolina, ghee, sugar, saffron, pineapple chunks<\/td>\n<td>Soft, rich, fruity; golden color<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>\n<div>Fruity twist to classic Kesari Bath; popular temple prasad and Sankranti feast highlight.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>10<\/td>\n<td>Mysore Pak<\/td>\n<td>Gram flour, sugar, lots of ghee<\/td>\n<td>Buttery, melt-in-mouth; crumbly\/soft (soft version is fudge-like)<\/td>\n<td>\n<div>\n<div>Iconic Karnataka sweet from Mysore royal kitchens; must-have for Sankranti, Diwali, special occasions.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Ellu Bella<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ellu Bella is an interesting mix of sesame seeds, jaggery, coconut, roasted peanuts, and fried gram. This sweet is exchanged among family and friends by saying &#8220;Ellu Bella thindu, olle maathu aadi&#8221; (Eat sesame and jaggery and speak good words), promoting harmony and positivity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"127\"><strong data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"125\">2. Sakkare Achu<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"632\">These intricately designed <strong data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"175\">sugar figurines<\/strong>, shaped like <strong data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"241\">animals, flowers, stars, and traditional symbols<\/strong>, are crafted using special molds. <strong data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"292\">Sakkare Achu<\/strong> is not just a sweet but also a <strong data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"344\">cultural delight<\/strong>, as it adds vibrancy to Sankranti celebrations. The glossy, <strong data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"426\">white sugar candy<\/strong> is especially loved by children, who eagerly collect and enjoy these delicate, handcrafted treats. It is often exchanged among families as part of the festival\u2019s <strong data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"629\">symbolic sweetness-sharing tradition<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"654\"><strong data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"652\">3. Kajjaya<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"1090\">A deep-fried sweet prepared from <strong data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"726\">rice flour, jaggery, and cardamom<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"739\">Kajjaya<\/strong> has a unique texture <strong data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"802\">crispy on the outside and soft inside<\/strong>. The jaggery caramelization gives it a <strong data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"868\">rich, golden-brown hue<\/strong>, enhancing its taste and aroma. This traditional Karnataka sweet is <strong data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"971\">a staple at festive gatherings<\/strong>, especially during <strong data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1018\">Sankranti and Deepavali<\/strong>, where families prepare it in large batches to share with loved ones.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"1090\"><strong>Related : <a href=\"https:\/\/fooddy.in\/blog\/sankranti-food-items-in-maharashtra\/\">Sankranti Special Food Items in Maharashtra<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1121\"><strong data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1119\">4. Obbattu (Holige)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1669\"><strong data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1170\">Obbattu, also known as Holige or Puran Poli<\/strong>, is a <strong data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1202\">thin, flaky flatbread<\/strong> stuffed with a sweet filling made from <strong data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1277\">chana dal, coconut, and jaggery<\/strong>. The dough, made from <strong data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1326\">wheat or refined flour<\/strong>, is kneaded to perfection, then rolled out and cooked on a <strong data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1431\">hot griddle with generous amounts of ghee<\/strong>. Some variations also include a <strong data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1518\">kayi holige (coconut filling) or toor dal stuffing<\/strong>, making it a versatile festive treat. Its rich, buttery taste and <strong data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1612\">soft-yet-crispy texture<\/strong> make it a must-have during <strong data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1666\">Sankranti celebrations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1694\"><strong data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1692\">5. Rava Ladoo<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"2188\">These golden, melt-in-the-mouth <strong data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1738\">ladoos<\/strong> are made from <strong data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1816\">roasted semolina (rava), sugar, ghee, and fragrant cardamom<\/strong>. <strong data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1832\">Rava Ladoo<\/strong> is one of the <strong data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1887\">quickest and simplest festive sweets<\/strong>, yet its taste is indulgent and nostalgic. The addition of <strong data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1986\">cashews and raisins saut\u00e9ed in ghee<\/strong> enhances its richness, making it a favorite among <strong data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2066\">children and elders alike<\/strong>. It is commonly prepared for <strong data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2139\">Sankranti, Ganesh Chaturthi, and Diwali<\/strong>, filling homes with its <strong data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2185\">warm, sweet aroma<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2190\" data-end=\"2216\"><strong data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2214\">6. Coconut Burfi<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2737\"><strong data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2235\">Coconut Burfi<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"2241\" data-end=\"2268\">simple yet irresistible<\/strong> treat made from <strong data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2332\">freshly grated coconut, sugar, and cardamom<\/strong>. The coconut&#8217;s <strong data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2387\">natural sweetness and chewy texture<\/strong>, combined with <strong data-start=\"2403\" data-end=\"2427\">the richness of ghee<\/strong>, create a delightful melt-in-the-mouth experience. Some variations include <strong data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2551\">condensed milk or khoya for extra creaminess<\/strong>, while saffron and nuts are added for a richer taste. <strong data-start=\"2606\" data-end=\"2702\">This fragrant, bite-sized delicacy is an essential part of Karnataka\u2019s Sankranti festivities<\/strong>, enjoyed with family and guests.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2737\"><strong>Watch Out &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/fooddy.in\/blog\/sankranti-food-items-in-karnataka\/\">Sankranti Special Food Items in Karnataka<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2739\" data-end=\"2765\"><strong data-start=\"2743\" data-end=\"2763\">7. Shenga Chikki<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2767\" data-end=\"3281\">This <strong data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2793\">crunchy and nutty<\/strong> brittle, made from <strong data-start=\"2813\" data-end=\"2856\">roasted peanuts and caramelized jaggery<\/strong>, is not just delicious but also <strong data-start=\"2889\" data-end=\"2923\">packed with protein and energy<\/strong>. <strong data-start=\"2925\" data-end=\"2942\">Shenga Chikki<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"2948\" data-end=\"2972\">classic winter treat<\/strong>, as jaggery provides warmth to the body during colder months. The <strong data-start=\"3039\" data-end=\"3082\">perfect balance of sweetness and crunch<\/strong> makes it a <strong data-start=\"3094\" data-end=\"3139\">go-to snack during Sankranti celebrations<\/strong>, often enjoyed with a hot cup of chai. Some variations also include <strong data-start=\"3208\" data-end=\"3235\">sesame seeds or almonds<\/strong> for an added layer of flavor and nutrition.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3283\" data-end=\"3311\"><strong data-start=\"3287\" data-end=\"3309\">8. Dry Fruit Ladoo<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3313\" data-end=\"3847\">A <strong data-start=\"3315\" data-end=\"3337\">power-packed sweet<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"3339\" data-end=\"3358\">Dry Fruit Ladoo<\/strong> combines the goodness of <strong data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3433\">dates, almonds, cashews, walnuts, and jaggery<\/strong> to create a <strong data-start=\"3446\" data-end=\"3489\">nutrient-rich, naturally sweet delicacy<\/strong>. Unlike traditional sweets, these ladoos <strong data-start=\"3531\" data-end=\"3563\">do not require refined sugar<\/strong>, making them a <strong data-start=\"3579\" data-end=\"3599\">healthier choice<\/strong> during festivals. The <strong data-start=\"3622\" data-end=\"3648\">soft and chewy texture<\/strong>, along with the crunch of nuts, makes them a delightful festive treat. These ladoos are not only enjoyed during <strong data-start=\"3761\" data-end=\"3774\">Sankranti<\/strong> but also prepared as <strong data-start=\"3796\" data-end=\"3844\">an energy-boosting snack for kids and elders<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3849\" data-end=\"3883\"><strong data-start=\"3853\" data-end=\"3881\">9. Pineapple Kesari Bath<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3885\" data-end=\"4364\">A <strong data-start=\"3887\" data-end=\"3906\">delicious twist<\/strong> to the traditional <strong data-start=\"3926\" data-end=\"3941\">Kesari Bath<\/strong>, this variation includes <strong data-start=\"3967\" data-end=\"3993\">fresh pineapple chunks<\/strong>, adding a fruity burst of flavor to the <strong data-start=\"4034\" data-end=\"4060\">semolina-based dessert<\/strong>. Cooked with <strong data-start=\"4074\" data-end=\"4102\">ghee, sugar, and saffron<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"4104\" data-end=\"4129\">Pineapple Kesari Bath<\/strong> has a <strong data-start=\"4136\" data-end=\"4175\">rich aroma and vibrant golden color<\/strong>, making it a visually appealing and tasty dish. It is commonly served as <strong data-start=\"4249\" data-end=\"4272\">prasad in temples<\/strong> and is a highlight of <strong data-start=\"4295\" data-end=\"4326\">Karnataka\u2019s Sankranti feast<\/strong>, loved by both children and adults.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"4366\" data-end=\"4390\"><strong data-start=\"4370\" data-end=\"4388\">10. Mysore Pak<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4392\" data-end=\"4979\">A <strong data-start=\"4394\" data-end=\"4423\">legendary Karnataka sweet<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"4425\" data-end=\"4439\">Mysore Pak<\/strong> is known for its <strong data-start=\"4457\" data-end=\"4495\">buttery, melt-in-the-mouth texture<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"4500\" data-end=\"4528\">rich ghee-infused flavor<\/strong>. Made from <strong data-start=\"4540\" data-end=\"4592\">gram flour, sugar, and an abundance of pure ghee<\/strong>, this delicacy has a crumbly yet soft<strong data-start=\"4614\" data-end=\"4646\">\u00a0consistency<\/strong> that makes it irresistible. Created in the <strong data-start=\"4701\" data-end=\"4729\">royal kitchens of Mysore<\/strong>, this sweet is now a <strong data-start=\"4751\" data-end=\"4770\">festival staple<\/strong> enjoyed during <strong data-start=\"4786\" data-end=\"4830\">Sankranti, Diwali, and special occasions<\/strong>. The <strong data-start=\"4836\" data-end=\"4877\">traditional version is slightly dense<\/strong>, while the <strong data-start=\"4889\" data-end=\"4941\">soft Mysore Pak variant has a fudge-like texture<\/strong> that simply dissolves in the mouth.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Sankranti Sweets Karnataka Recipe<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are 10 simple recipes to prepare Karnataka&#8217;s Sankranti sweets at home:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>1.Ellu Bella<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Sesame seeds, jaggery, roasted peanuts, fried gram, coconut.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Method:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roast sesame seeds till golden<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chop jaggery and coconut into small pieces<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mix all the ingredients well and serve<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"127\"><strong data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"125\">2. Sakkare Achu<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Sugar, moulds, milk.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Method:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dissolve sugar in water and boil to one string consistency<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add milk to remove impurities and pour into the moulds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allow it to set and unmold<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>3. Kajjaya<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Rice flour, jaggery, water, oil.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Method:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boil jaggery in water, and mix with rice flour to prepare dough.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0give shape in disc form, and deep fry, until golden brown colour.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>4. Obbattu (Holige)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Ingredients: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wheat flour, chana dal, jaggery, ghee.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take wheat flour in a vessel. Add water to it to knead the dough.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cook the chana dal, mix jaggery and grind it in a paste form.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stuff this dough with a filling, roll it, and cook it on the griddle, greased with ghee.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Must See &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/fooddy.in\/blog\/sankranti-special-food-items-in-andhra\/\">Sankranti Special Food Items in Andhra<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Rava Ladoo<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Semolina, sugar, ghee, cardamom.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Method:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roast semolina in ghee till fragrant.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mix with powdered sugar and cardamom.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shape into ladoos.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>6. Coconut Burfi<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Coconut, sugar, cardamom.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Method:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cook grated coconut and sugar till it thickens.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add cardamom, spread on a plate, and cut into squares.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>7. Shenga Chikki<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Peanuts, jaggery.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Method:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roast peanuts and remove skins.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Melt jaggery to a hard-ball consistency.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mix peanuts with jaggery and spread to set.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>8. Dry Fruit Ladoo<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dates, almonds, cashews, jaggery.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Method:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tread dates and nuts into a fine paste.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stuff into ladoo.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>9. Pineapple Kesari Bath<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Semolina, pineapple, sugar, ghee.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Method:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">roast semolina in ghee.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">add pineapple puree, sugar, and water.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cook till the mixture is thick.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>10. Mysore Pak<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Gram flour, ghee, sugar.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Method:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boil Sugar with water\u00a0 to form\u00a0 syrup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put gram flour slowly and ghee in it\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pour inside the greased Tray and cut accordingly.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Also Read &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/fooddy.in\/blog\/sankranti-food-items-in-telangana\/\">Sankranti Special Food Items in Telangana<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Karnataka Sankranti is more than just a festival; it&#8217;s a show of tradition, culture, and flavour. This wide array of sweets made during the period not only adds to the festive zest but also fortifies the bonds as they are shared with family and friends. Whether crunchy shenga chikki, soft kajjaya, or rich Mysore Pak-this all speaks to the great side of Karnataka&#8217;s culinary heritage. Try these recipes at home to make your Sankranti celebration even more special.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>FAQs<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>Q1. What do sweets represent in Karnataka Sankranti?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Ans:-<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Sweets represent prosperity, happiness, and the spirit of sharing on this harvest festival.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q2. Which sweet dominates Karnataka Sankranti?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Ans:-<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ellu Bella is the most popular sweet to come with Sankranti in Karnataka.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q3. How hard is it to prepare them?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Ans:- <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most of them are quite simple to make, with minimal ingredients and basic preparations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q4. Can these sweets be prepared vegan?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Ans:-<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Yes, many of the sweets such as Ellu Bella and Shenga Chikki can be prepared vegan by abstaining from ghee.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q5. How long do these sweets last?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Ans:-<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Chikki and Kajjaya Sweets can last for a period of 1-2 weeks when stored well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q6. Where can I purchase Sankranti sweets in Karnataka?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Ans:-<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> In a local sweet shop, market, and online stores during the festive season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q7. 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