Updated 4 January 2026 at 20:56 IST

Relish These Sweet Winter Delicacies This Season: Gajar Ka Halwa, Malai Makhan, Kesariya Doodh And More

Winters are typically associated with increased appetite and foodies must not miss out on these delicacies in this season.

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Imarti is best enjoyed in winters
Imarti is best enjoyed in winters | Image: X

Winter is ongoing in Northern India and for foodies, it's a time to indulge in delicious food items. While it is natural to feel hungrier than usual in this season, foodies love to relish sweet dishes too. Here's listing some desi sweet dishes that can be enjoyed more as temperatures dip.

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Gajak and chikki

In winters, til or sesame seeds based delicacies warm up the body and are preferred by foodies. Gajak and chikki are enjoyed throughout the season and are hot sellers in winters.  

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Gajak is made from sesame seeds | Image: X

Gajar Ka Halwa

Piping hot Gajar Ka Halwa made with seasonal red carrots is a sweet delicacy best enjoyed in winters. People even add khoya to make it more flavourful and rich. With added dry fruits, the taste of Gajar Ka Halwa only increases.

Gajar Ka Halwa is a winter delight | Image: X

Kesariya Doodh

Kesariya Doodh is prepared by infusing milk with saffron, cardamom, almonds and pistachios for a rich and spiced flavor. High fat milk is heated until it curdles and thickens. Then, dry fruits and spicy masala is added to it for enhanced flavour. A hot glass of Kesariya Doodh is not only delicious but also provides relief from seasonal cough and cold.

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Imarti

This dish is similar to the jalebi, but only thicker and more textured. While imarti is available throughout the year, its best enjoyed during winters with a small portion of rabri to balance out the sweetness.

Imarti is best enjoyed with rabri | Image: X

Malai Makhan

Malai Makhan is a light, airy, saffron-infused milk-cream dessert. It is enjoyed in winters in Northern India and is prepared made by frothing milk and cream, often flavored with cardamom, saffron and kewra. It is garnished with dry fruits and melts in mouth. 

Published By : Devasheesh Pandey

Published On: 4 January 2026 at 20:56 IST