By Akshara
October 14, 2026
Mohanthal is a legendary traditional Gujarati sweet made from roasted gram flour (besan), infused with cardamom, saffron, and sugar syrup, and set into rich diamond-shaped fudge pieces. Known for its crumbly texture and luxurious ghee aroma, it forms an indispensable part of grand festive spreads, Diwali celebrations, and family gatherings.
2 cups coarse gram flour (besan)  1/3 cup melted pure ghee  3 tablespoons warm milk  1 cup granulated sugar  1/2 cup water  1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder  A pinch of saffron strands  2 tablespoons sliced almonds and pistachios for garnish
Mix the coarse besan, melted ghee, and warm milk thoroughly in a bowl, then rub it between your palms to create fine breadcrumbs and rest for thirty minutes.
Sift the mixture through a coarse sieve to ensure an even, pebble-like texture.
Heat remaining pure ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan, add the prepared besan mixture, and roast continuously on low heat for twenty to twenty-five minutes until golden and deeply aromatic.
Boil sugar and water to a single-thread consistency, stir in the saffron and cardamom, pour it into the hot roasted besan.
Mix well until it thickens, and set it in a greased tray to garnish with nuts before slicing.