How To Make Mohanthal Sweet: Follow This Rajasthani Recipe

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.

Ingredients

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

Step 1

Heat some ghee on a medium flame and roast besan till it turns slightly brown.

Step 2

Make sugar syrup by boiling sugar mixed with water. Mix the roasted besan and sugar syrup.

Step 3

Once mixed, add cardamom powder and saffron and stir well.

Step 4

After the mixture thickens, transfer it to a greased tray or plate and spread evenly.

Step 5

Garnish with dry fruits like almonds or cashew nuts, cut them into squares, and serve.