By Garima Johar
March 18, 2026
Mohanthal is a traditional Rajasthani and Gujarati dessert popularly served on special occasions and festivals. Made with besan, ghee, and sugar, follow this recipe to prepare the regional sweet at home.
2 cups besan 1/2 cup ghee 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup water 1 tablespoon cardamom powder A few strands of saffron Chopped dry fruits for garnishing
Heat some ghee on a medium flame and roast besan till it turns slightly brown.
Make sugar syrup by boiling sugar mixed with water. Mix the roasted besan and sugar syrup.
Once mixed, add cardamom powder and saffron and stir well.
After the mixture thickens, transfer it to a greased tray or plate and spread evenly.
Garnish with dry fruits like almonds or cashew nuts, cut them into squares, and serve.