Zainab Khanam
A sweet flatbread filled with a mixture of chana dal and jaggery, Puran Poli is a festive favorite in many parts of India.
No celebration is complete without this traditional Indian rice pudding, made with milk, rice, sugar, and flavored with cardamom and saffron.
Whether it's besan laddoo, boondi laddoo, or motichoor laddoo, these sweet, melt-in-your-mouth treats are a must-have during Dussehra.
These golden, crispy pastries stuffed with spicy potato filling are the perfect savory snack to enjoy during the celebrations.
Swirls of deep-fried batter soaked in sugar syrup, jalebis are a crunchy and sweet indulgence enjoyed by many during the festive season.
A South Indian dessert made with milk, rice, and jaggery, and often garnished with cashews and raisins, payasam is a Dussehra essential.
Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these deep-fried lentil doughnuts are a savory treat perfect for the festive occasion.