3 Traditional Onam Desserts To Try This Festival

Onam is just around the corner and we can’t wait to celebrate the vibrant rice harvest celebration. Also known as Thiruvonam, Kerala’s auspicious festival celebrates the renowned, sage, and charitable King Mahabali’s return. On this day, people adorn their homes, make rangolis, donn new attires and prepare delectation desserts.

Relishing mouthwatering desserts on the occasion of Onam is an old tradition that celebrates the rich culinary heritage of Kerala. From creamy puddings to crispy fritters, each dessert prepared on Onam has a unique charm that delights the taste buds. And the best part is that all these sweet dishes are surprisingly simple to recreate in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Top 3 Traditional Onam Desserts

Let us explore the list of desserts you can prepare this Onam 2024.

Ada Pradhaman

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Ada Pradhaman is a rice flour-based payasam and a variation of the classic payasam. It is flavoured with ghee and jaggery to give it an extraordinary taste. The consistency of Ada Pradhaman is so smooth and ambrosial that you won’t be able to resist. You can make this Onam staple with ingredients such as rice, jaggery, coconut milk and dry fruits including cashews and raisins.

Paal Payasam

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Paal Payasam is a traditional Onam dessert prepared for a long time to celebrate the spirit of the occasion. People make many variations of this dessert to serve at the festival. Basically, it is an irresistible kheer dish that is offered as prasad at temples and festive events as well. Paal Payasam is a creamy, luscious dish prepared with rice, cardamom, cashews, and raisins cooked together in milk. You simply can’t miss out on this dessert this Onam 2024.

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Banana Halwa

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If you have been making halwa with atta and suji till now, it's time to try something different. Bananas being one of the sweetest and mushiest fruits make a perfect ingredient for desserts. Bananas are full of nutrients and a great energy booster. Top it up with dry fruits and you’ll have a delectable dessert to relish this Onam 2024.

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