Celebrate Diwali 2025 with five delicious homemade Diwali snacks recipes — Spicy Masala Mathri, Crispy Chakli, Poha Chivda, Sweet Meethi Mathri, and Khoya Coconut Ladoo. Perfect festive snacks for your family and guests!
Introduction
Diwali — the festival of lights — is also a festival of flavor!
From the spicy crunch of mathri to the sweetness of meethi mathri and coconut laddoos, every bite brings joy and togetherness.
This year, make your celebrations extra special with these easy homemade Diwali snack recipes. Each one is simple, traditional, and full of festive aroma — perfect for gifting, serving guests, or savoring with evening tea.
1. Spicy Masala Mathri – The Perfect Tea-Time Crunch
A North Indian favorite, Masala Mathri is the ultimate savory Diwali snack. Crisp, flaky, and spiced just right — it’s the perfect companion to your evening chai.
Ingredients:
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2 cups maida or wheat flour
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¼ cup suji (semolina)
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3 tbsp ghee (for moin)
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1 tsp crushed black pepper
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1 tsp cumin seeds
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½ tsp red chili powder
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½ tsp ajwain (carom seeds)
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Salt to taste
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Water as needed
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Oil for frying
Method:
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Mix flour, suji, and all spices in a bowl.
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Add ghee and rub between palms until the mixture becomes crumbly.
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Gradually add water to form a stiff dough.
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Roll into a thick sheet and cut into small rounds.
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Prick with a fork to prevent puffing and fry on low heat until golden brown.
Tip:
Let them cool completely before storing in airtight containers — they’ll stay crisp for up to 15 days.
2. Chakli / Murukku – The South Indian Favorite
A must-have on every festive table, Chakli (or Murukku) adds a delightful crunch and spicy twist to your Diwali platter.
Ingredients:
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1 cup rice flour
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¼ cup gram flour (besan)
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2 tbsp butter or ghee
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½ tsp sesame seeds
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½ tsp cumin seeds
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½ tsp red chili powder
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Salt to taste
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Water to knead
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Oil for frying
Method:
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Mix rice flour, gram flour, sesame seeds, cumin, chili powder, and salt.
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Add butter and mix well. Gradually add water to make a soft dough.
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Fill the dough into a chakli maker and press spiral shapes onto butter paper.
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Fry in hot oil over medium flame until golden and crisp.
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Drain and let cool before storing.
Variation:
You can air-fry chakli at 180°C for 10–12 minutes for a lighter version.
3. Poha Chivda – Light, Flavorful, and Addictive
When you want something light yet full of taste, Poha Chivda is the answer. It’s crunchy, aromatic, and full of festive flair.
Ingredients:
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2 cups thin poha (flattened rice)
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¼ cup peanuts
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2 tbsp roasted chana dal
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10–12 curry leaves
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2 green chilies (slit)
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¼ tsp turmeric powder
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½ tsp sugar (optional)
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Salt to taste
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2 tbsp oil
Method:
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Dry roast poha on low flame until crisp. Keep aside.
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In a pan, heat oil and fry peanuts until golden.
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Add chana dal, curry leaves, and green chilies — sauté for a few seconds.
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Add turmeric, salt, and sugar. Mix well.
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Combine roasted poha with the mixture and toss gently.
Tip:
Add roasted cashews or raisins for a festive touch. Store in airtight jars to keep it crunchy.
4. Meethi Mathri – Sweet and Traditional Delight
This Meethi Mathri brings back the nostalgic taste of homemade mithai — crispy outside, soft inside, and full of cardamom and coconut flavor.
Ingredients:
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1 cup maida or wheat flour
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½ cup suji (semolina)
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¼ cup grated dry coconut (khopra burada)
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¼ cup bura (powdered sugar)
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3 tbsp ghee (for moin)
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¼ tsp cardamom powder
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Water as needed
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Groundnut oil for frying
Method:
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Combine maida, suji, khopra, bura, and cardamom in a bowl.
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Add ghee and mix until crumbly.
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Add water gradually to form a soft dough.
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Roll and cut into small square or diamond shapes.
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Fry in groundnut oil on low flame till golden and crisp.
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Cool completely and store in airtight jars.
Serving Suggestion:
Serve with masala tea or pack in small jars for homemade Diwali gifts.
5. Coconut Ladoo with Khoya – Soft, Rich & Festive
A true Indian classic — Nariyal ke Ladoo made with khoya, sugar syrup, and dry coconut — perfect for those with a sweet tooth.
Ingredients:
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1 cup grated fresh coconut (plus extra for rolling)
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½ cup khoya (mawa)
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½ cup sugar
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¼ cup water
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¼ tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder
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1 tbsp ghee
Method:
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In a pan, heat ghee and lightly roast khoya for 2–3 minutes.
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Add grated coconut and sauté for another minute.
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In a separate pan, prepare a sugar syrup (chashni) by boiling sugar and water until it reaches one-string consistency.
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Add the coconut-khoya mixture into the syrup and stir continuously.
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Mix in cardamom powder and cook until the mixture thickens.
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Turn off the flame and let it cool slightly.
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Grease your palms with ghee and shape into small laddoos.
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Roll each Laddoo in dry coconut (khopra burada) for a festive coating.
Tip:
Store in the refrigerator; stays fresh for 4–5 days. Serve garnished with slivered almonds.
Serving & Gifting Ideas
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Arrange Masala Mathri and Chakli in one platter, and Meethi Mathri with Coconut Ladoo in another.
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Decorate with marigold flowers and diyas for festive charm.
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For gifting, use glass jars or small boxes with ribbons and Diwali greeting tags.
Storage Tips
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Cool all snacks before storing.
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Keep dry snacks (mathri, chakli, chivda) in airtight jars.
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Sweet items (meethi mathri, Ladoo) should be stored in cool, dry places or refrigerated.
Conclusion
Diwali isn’t just about lights and decorations — it’s about flavors that bring families together.
These five easy homemade Diwali snacks — from spicy to sweet — reflect the true spirit of celebration: simple, joyful, and full of love.
So, this festive season, skip store-bought snacks and fill your home with the warmth of homemade delights. Light a diya, share a smile, and enjoy every bite!
FAQs
Q1. Can I prepare these homemade diwali snacks a week before Diwali?
Yes! Most stay fresh for 10–15 days in airtight jars.
Q2. Can I bake instead of frying?
Yes — Mathri and Chakli can be baked or air-fried at 180°C for a lighter version.
Q3. What’s the secret to crispy mathri?
Knead a firm dough and always fry on low flame for perfect crunch.
Q4. Can I replace khoya in coconut laddoo?
Yes, you can use condensed milk as an alternative.
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