New Delhi: Gujiya is one of the timeless Indian sweets that is prepared in each kitchen on special occasions and instantly brings back the nostalgia of childhood. Gujiya has now become a synonym for Holi, prepared in many Indian households days before the actual day of Holi to be enjoyed by friends, family and people visiting our homes.

In today’s fast-paced life, many people look for easy yet authentic recipes that don’t compromise on flavour or tradition. Here is a crispy, delicious and flavourful recipe that you can prepare in no time at home and enjoy the authentic flavours with your loved ones, creating sweet memories.

What is a Gujiya?

Gujiya is a deep-fried Indian pastry stuffed with sweetened khoya (mawa), dry fruits, desiccated coconut, cardamom, and sometimes semolina. Its half-moon shape and flaky texture make it a classic festive sweet cherished across India.

Gujiya recipe with Suji

For the Dough

• 2 cups all-purpose flour (maida)
• 4 tbsp ghee
• A pinch of salt
• Water (as needed)

For the Suji Stuffing

• 1 cup semolina (suji/rava)
• ½ cup desiccated coconut
• ¾ cup powdered sugar
• 3 tbsp ghee
• 2 tbsp chopped almonds
• 2 tbsp chopped cashews
• 1 tbsp raisins
• ½ tsp cardamom powder
• Optional: 1 tbsp melon seeds or chopped pistachios

For Frying

• Oil or ghee

How to make:

1. In a wide bowl, add mixed flour, salt, and ghee. Rub together in ghee to make coarse dough.
2. Add water gradually to form a neat dough.
3. Cover with a cloth for 30 minutes.
4. Heat a pan and add suji, roast on a medium flame and let it cool.
5. Once cooled, add desiccated coconut, sugar, chopped nuts, raisins, and cardamom powder.
6. Divide the dough into small balls, and roll them into a thin disc.
7. Place 2 tsp of suji filling in the centre and fold into a half-moon by dampening the edges.
8. Heat the ghee in a pan on medium heat.
9. Fry gujiyas in batches until golden and crispy.
10. If you want a sugary and glossy finish, dip a warm one-string sugar syrup.
11. Sprinkle pistachios and enjoy.

This delicious and easy gujiya recipe is all you need this Holi to impress your guests and make yourself a fresh batch of Gujiyas to create happy memories.