Oct 21, 2025

8 types of barfis you must try this festive season

Aanya Mehta

Badam Barfi

Creamy and nutty, made with ground almonds and sugar syrup. Rich in flavour and perfect for festive platters.

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Besan Barfi

Made from roasted gram flour, ghee, and sugar. Nutty, fragrant, and rich in protein, a traditional festive delight.

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Chocolate Barfi

A modern twist on the classic, with cocoa or melted chocolate added to condensed milk and khoya. Loved by kids and adults alike.

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Coconut Barfi

Soft and sweet, made with fresh coconut and sugar or jaggery. Quick to make and perfect for gifting.

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Kaju Katli

Smooth cashew fudge with a melt in the mouth texture. A Diwali favourite, often garnished with edible silver foil.

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Khoya Barfi

Classic khoya based barfi, soft, creamy, and rich. The essence of milk gives it a melt-in-the-mouth texture.

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Moong Dal Barfi

Made from yellow lentils (moong dal), ghee, and sugar. High in protein and traditionally flavoured with cardamom and nuts.

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Pista Barfi

Green, nutty, and subtly sweet. Pista (pistachio) barfi is aromatic and adds elegance to your Diwali sweet spread.

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