Hello Kittys ♡
Welcome to my kitchen, where sweets are soft, fragrant, and made to be shared with love. This Soan Papdi (सोन पापड़ी) is a classic mithai light, flaky, and perfect for festive celebrations like Diwali. Sweet, crumbly, and lightly flavored with cardamom, Soan Papdi is irresistible and fun to make at home.
What Is Soan Papdi?
Soan Papdi is a traditional Indian sweet with:
• A light, flaky, and melt-in-your-mouth texture
• Aromatic cardamom flavor
• A crunchy topping of pistachios and almonds
It’s a festive treat that’s both fun and elegant, perfect for gifting or sharing during celebrations.
𐙚 This is a short recipe for the Soan Papdi, but below these pins, you can find a full, explained recipe just for you!
♡ Now, let’s make Soan Papdi Kitty’s ! :
• Prep: 15 minutes
• Cook: 30 minutes
• Total: ~45 minutes
• Servings: 20–25 small pieces
Ingredients for Soan Papdi (Makes 20–25 small pieces) :
• 2 cups gram flour (besan)
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups sugar
• 1 cup ghee (clarified butter)
• ½ cup milk
• 1 tsp cardamom powder
• 2 tbsp pistachios & almonds, chopped (for garnish)
How to Make Soan Papdi (Step-by-Step) :
♡ Step 1 – Roast the Flours :
Heat ghee in a pan, add besan and all-purpose flour.
Roast on low heat until golden and fragrant. Set aside.
♡ Step 2 – Make the Syrup :
In another pot, combine sugar and milk with ½ cup water.
Boil until it reaches a 2-string consistency (thick but not hard).
♡ Step 3 – Combine & Whisk :
Pour the hot syrup into the roasted flour mixture.
Stir vigorously until it starts pulling apart into delicate, flaky strands.
♡ Step 4 – Shape the Soan Papdi :
Pour the mixture into a greased tray.
Flatten evenly, sprinkle chopped nuts, and let cool.
Cut into squares once set.
Tips for Perfect Soan Papdi
• Roast flours slowly on low heat for the perfect aroma
• Use fresh cardamom for the best flavor
• Stir vigorously when combining syrup to achieve flaky strands
• Garnish with pistachios or almonds for texture and elegance
Nutrition (per piece – approx.)
• Calories: ~120 kcal
• Protein: ~2 g
• Fat: ~6 g (3 g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: ~14 g (10 g sugar)
• Sodium: ~15 mg
A Cozy Indian Sweet ♡
This Soan Papdi (सोन पापड़ी) is light, flaky, and festive, a delightful treat for Diwali or any celebration.
More dreamy Indian recipes coming soon 🌸
Thank you for baking with me 💛
