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40 Traditional Homemade Diwali Snack Recipes from Across India - Perfect for Festive Celebrations

Archana Doshi

Archana Doshi

October 12, 2024

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Diwali, the festival of lights, is one of the most cherished celebrations across India. It’s a time for family gatherings, prayers, and of course, indulging in delicious homemade snacks. Traditionally, families come together to prepare an array of sweet and savory snacks that reflect regional flavors and heritage. Whether it’s the savory crunch of murukku or the sweetness of shakkar para, these traditional snacks have stood the test of time and continue to be a central part of Diwali celebrations across India. 

In this article, we’ll explore 40 traditional homemade Diwali snack recipes that represent the culinary diversity of India. These snacks are not only delicious but also carry the essence of heirloom recipes passed down through generations. And if you are looking at making the traditional Diwali Sweet Recipes, you will find the complete collection here.

The Importance of Homemade Snacks for Diwali

Homemade snacks hold a special significance during Diwali. Preparing snacks at home is a ritual that brings families together. Each region has its unique offerings, which are made using local ingredients and traditional methods. Whether it's the crispy Murukkus and Chaklis from South India, or the sweet and savory Mathris from North India, these snacks are a testament to India's rich culinary traditions.

During Diwali, these homemade snacks are not only enjoyed by family members but are also shared with neighbors and friends as part of the festival’s gifting tradition. The joy of sharing these treats, many of which are made in large batches, adds to the festive spirit.

In Southern India, snacks like Murukku and Chakli are synonymous with Diwali celebrations. These crunchy spirals are made using a combination of flours, spices, and deep-fried to perfection. North India is renowned for its crunchy crackers and spicy mixtures. Diwali in North India is incomplete without snacks like Mathri and Namak Para. 

When it comes to savory snacks, Diwali brings an explosion of flavors from the various types of chivdas, sev, corn flake mixtures. The options are endless, with each state offering its own variety of crispy, spicy, and tangy treats.

Traditional Mathri Recipe - North Indian Savoury Cracker Recipe - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Traditional Mathri

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Gujarati Style Multigrain Masala Kadak Puri Recipe - Masala Mathri - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Gujarati Style Multigrain Masala Kadak Puri

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Baked Mathri Recipe (Non Fried Tea Time Snack) - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Baked Mathri

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Makki Ki Baked Mathri Recipe (Baked Cornmeal Flaky Biscuit) - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Makki Ki Baked Mathri

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Mithi Mathri Recipe (Crispy Fried Sweet Fritters) - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Mithi Mathri

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Makhana Badam Mixture Recipe - Healthy Snack/ Trail Mix - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Makhana Badam Mixture

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Kodubale Recipe - Tea Time Snack From Karnataka  - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Kodubale

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Oats Chivda Recipe- Oats Poha Mixture- No Onion No Garlic  - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Oats Chivda

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Diwali Cornflakes Mixture Recipe - A Savory Evening Tea Snack - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Diwali Cornflakes Mixture

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Baked Chevdo Recipe (Chivda Mixture -Tea Time Snack) - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Baked Chevdo

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Raw Banana Chivda Recipe - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Raw Banana Chivda

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Aval Mixture Recipe - Poha Chivda - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Aval Mixture

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Jwarichya Lahyancha Chivda Recipe - Maharashtrian Style Popped Jowar Chivda - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Jwarichya Lahyancha Chivda

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Jowar Dhani Chivda Recipe - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Jowar Dhani Chivda

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Jhal Muri/Moodi Recipe -Spicy Puffed Rice - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Jhal Muri/Moodi -Spicy Puffed Rice

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Phool Mathri Recipe - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Phool Mathri

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Beetroot & Spinach Nimki Recipe (Namak Para) - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Beetroot & Spinach Nimki

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Baked Masala Namak Para Recipe - Carom Seeds Spiced Biscuits - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Baked Masala Namak Para

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Authentic Nimki Recipe - Evening Tea Time Snack - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Authentic Nimki

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Shakkar Para Recipe | Gur Para | Shankarpali - Diwali Festive Snack - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Shakkar Para | Gur Para | Shankarpali

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Namak Para Recipe - Traditional Diwali Snack Recipe - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Namak Para

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Gujarati Fafda Recipe (Crispy Gram Flour Snack) - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Gujarati Fafda

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Crispy Ribbon Pakoda Recipe - South Indian Diwali Snack | Easy Ribbon Murukku Recipe - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Crispy Ribbon Pakoda

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Thenkuzhal Murukku Recipe - South Indian Snack - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Thenkuzhal Murukku

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Manoharam Murukku Recipe-South Indian Diwali Special Paruppu Thengai) - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Manoharam Murukku -South Indian Diwali Special Paruppu Thengai)

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Kai Murukku Recipe - South Indian Diwali Snack  - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Kai Murukku

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Butter Murukku Recipe - Crunchy & Buttery Chakli Recipe | South Indian Tea-Time Snack - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Butter Murukku

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Homemade Sev Recipe - Gram Flour Vermicelli Snack - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Homemade Sev

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Ragi Nippattu Recipe With Peanuts And Sesame - Ragi Thattai / Chekkalu  - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Ragi Nippattu With Peanuts And Sesame

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Pappu Chekkalu Recipe - Andhra Style Spiced Rice Cracker - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Pappu Chekkalu

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Bakery Style Baked Nippattu Recipe - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Bakery Style Baked Nippattu

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Ragi And Dill Nippattu Recipe - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Ragi And Dill Nippattu

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Foxtail Millet Nippattu Recipe - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Foxtail Millet Nippattu

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Tamil Nadu Style Milagu Thattai Recipe  - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Tamil Nadu Style Milagu Thattai

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Crispy Masala Peanuts Recipe - Gujarati Sing Bhujia - Recipe dish with step-by-step cooking instructions

Crispy Masala Peanuts

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