Mysore Pak To Kunda: 5 Must Try Sweets Of Karnataka

Karnataka, known for its rich cultural heritage and beautiful landscapes, is also famous for its culinary delights. This beautiful state offers a plethora of sweet treats, ranging from traditional to modern-day creations. These sweets are an important part of Karnataka's culture and are loved by people all over India. So if you are planning to visit Karnataka, here are some must-try famous Karnataka sweets that one should taste during their visit to the state:

1. Mysore Pak 

The royal city of Mysore is recognised for its most loved sweet known as Mysore Pak, which is renowned for its divine flavour and melt-in-your-mouth texture that delivers pure joy in every bite. The main ingredients of this iconic sweet are gram flour, clarified butter (ghee), and sugar. 

2. Obbattu

You may be familiar with parathas that are plain or stuffed, but have you ever come across something known as sweet stuffed parathas? Obbattu is one such delicacy and one of the most popular sweet foods in Karnataka. This classic flatbread strikes the ideal harmony between sweet and savoury. It usually has a sweet stuffing,  bursting with flavours. 

3. Karjikai

Another is Karjikai, also known as Gujiya in North India (Places To Visit During Your First North India Tour), is one of Karnataka's most popular sweet treats. The pastry is shaped like a crescent moon and is made with wheat flour or all-purpose flour. Jaggery, and coconut are used in making the filling, but one can also fill it with whatever suits your tastes. 

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4. Dharwad Pedha

Dharwad Pedha is a unique milk-based fudge, made by slowly boiling milk until it thickens, adding sugar, and then flavouring it with cardamom, resulting in a smooth and creamy delicacy with a sweet  and nutty flavour. Dharwad Pedha, is also regarded as an example of culinary brilliance of Karnataka. 

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5. Kunda

One of the most famous Karnataka sweet desserts is Kunda. Known for its creamy texture. Kunda is a milk-based sweet specialty from Karnataka, it is created by diligently reducing milk to a grainy consistency and infusing it with the essence of dried fruits, yielding a creamy and irresistible delicacy. 

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