Jan 02, 2026

Indian winter treats that help keep your body warm

Aanya Mehta

Bajra Roti with White Butter

Bajra (pearl millet) is considered a warming grain in Ayurveda and helps maintain body temperature, especially when paired with desi white butter or ghee.

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Dry Fruit Chikki

Made with peanuts or mixed nuts and jaggery, chikki provides quick energy and healthy fats that help the body stay warm and active during winter.

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Gajar Ka Halwa

Made with slow cooked carrots, milk, ghee, and nuts, gajar ka halwa is rich in healthy fats and natural sugars that help keep the body warm and energised during winter.

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Gond Ke Ladoo

Prepared using edible gum (gond), ghee, jaggery, and dry fruits, these ladoos are known for their heat-producing properties, making them a staple winter food, especially for strength and recovery.

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Panjeeri

Often prepared with wheat flour, ghee, dry fruits, edible gum, and herbs, panjeeri is traditionally consumed in winter to enhance strength, immunity, and internal warmth.

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Sarson Ka Saag with Makki Ki Roti

This iconic winter meal combines mustard greens rich in nutrients with maize roti, which provides sustained energy and warmth during cold weather.

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Til Ke Ladoo

Sesame seeds are naturally warming, and when paired with jaggery, til ladoos help improve circulation and maintain body heat in winter.

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Undhiyu

A slow-cooked mix of winter vegetables and spices, undhiyu uses ingredients that are seasonal and naturally warming, making it a nourishing cold weather dish.

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