55+ Amazing Holi Recipes To Try In 2024!

Holi, the festival of colors is right around the corner. Here you will find Holi Celebration Food recipes, along with a lunch menu for hosting a Holi party. These delicious Holi foods add to the festive spirit of the occasion, making it a joyous and memorable Holi celebration!

Holi a popular Hindu festival celebrated in India. It is also known as "festival of colors" and is celebrated in Hindu month of Phalguna, which typically falls in early March.

Holi is celebrated in different ways in different parts of India. In North India, Holika Dahan or Chhoti Holi is celebrated the previous night of the Holi. The celebration signifies the victory of good over evil. People light bonfires, and sing and dance.

As a kid, I was always excited about holi. My favorite was playing with colors with my friends and cousins, water guns, and water balloons to splash and smear colored powder on each other.

No celebration would be complete without yummy food. I remember my mom used to prepare Holi festival food such as snacks, and sweets (mithai) to feast on. Friends and family used to get together and celebrate Holi, play with colors and enjoy delicious Holi festival food.

It is such a wonderful day and brings back memories of good times with family and friends. Check out these amazing Holi celebration food recipes for Holi sweets and Holi snacks you can make this Holi festival, along with a vegetarian Holi food lunch menu for your Holi party!

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Holi Sweets
Holi Snacks
Delicious Holi Party Menu | Holi Celebration Foods
Indian Chutney Recipes
Some more recipe collections

Holi Sweets

No Fry Gujiya | Karanji [Air Fryer | Oven]

Try this healthier version of gujiya this Holi. These gujiya are simple, delicious, and easy to make, and better than the deep-fried version.

No Fry Gujiya Recipe

Badam Milk | Popular Indian Almond Milk

Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Badam Milk (Badam Doodh), a popular Indian drink made with almonds, cardamom, and saffron, garnished with nuts. A warm and comforting treat for winter nights!

Badam Milk Recipe

2-Ingredient Mango Ice Cream Barfi

Indulge in the luscious homemade Mango Ice Cream Barfi! This easy 2-ingredient recipe will satisfy your sweet cravings. Add a touch of saffron and silver leaf for a festive twist.

Mango Ice Cream Recipe

Easy Milk Peda

This rich and delicious Indian fudge is made with just 4 ingredients and made in less than 20 minutes. A quick dessert for festivals or any occasion!

Easy Milk Peda Recipe

The Best Besan Burfi

Indulge in the rich flavors of homemade Besan Burfi - a delightful Indian sweet that melts in your mouth. Perfect for festive celebrations!

Besan Burfi Recipe

Mango Shrikhand

Mango Shrikhand or Amrakhand is a creamy, luscious dessert made with thick or Greek yogurt, mango pulp, and some exotic Indian spices.

Mango Shrikhand Recipe

Til Ke Laddu

Til Ke laddu is a delicate and rich sweet made with mild, and nutty sesame seeds, and caramelized, sweet jaggery. Learn how to make delicious til laddu with this easy recipe.

Til Ke Laddu Recipe

Easy Shrikhand Recipe [Flavored Yogurt Dessert]

Delicious homemade Shrikhand - a traditional Indian yogurt dessert! Creamy and sweet, perfect for festive occasions.

Easy Shrikhand Recipe

Lauki Ki Kheer

Lauki ki kheer is a delicious and easy pudding made with bottle gourd, milk, and condensed milk and is flavored with aromatic green cardamom and saffron. Kheer can be served both, warm and chilled.

Lauki Ki Kheer Recipe

Badam Katli [Burfi]

In less than 20 minutes you can make this divine sweet with just a handful of ingredients! Make this easy Badam Katli or Badam Burfi (Almond Fudge) for Holi!

Badam Katli Recipe

Coconut Burfi

Coconut burfi is soft, slightly chewy, and delicious. Sugar, milk, and desiccated coconut are the main ingredients in this burfi. In India, coconut burfi is a popular festival sweet. This recipe is naturally gluten-free and can be made vegan.

Coconut Burfi Recipe

No Grate Gajar Ka Halwa [Carrot Halwa]

Enjoy this moist, delectable Gajar Ka Halwa [Carrot Halwa] made in a pressure cooker in a fraction of the time. This easy, no peel, no grate halwa is the simplest recipe you may have tried. Devour this amazingly quick, gajar ka halwa that tastes heavenly.

No Grate Gajar Ka Halwa Recipe

Gur Ka Halwa Recipe | Sooji Halwa with Jaggery

Indulge in the warm and comforting flavors of Gur ka Halwa, a winter special delight that perfectly blends semolina, jaggery, and aromatic spices. This cozy dessert is a delightful treat for chilly evenings!

Gur Ka Halwa Recipe

Mango Phirni

Mango phirni is a creamy-rich, sweet delicacy, made with coarsely ground aromatic basmati rice, milk, fresh mangoes, and flavored with saffron and green cardamon. Enjoy this chilled and refreshing treat on a hot summer day!

Mango Phirni Recipe

Basundi /Thickened Sweet Milk Dessert

This Basundi is a quick and easy recipe for thickened sweet milk flavored with some cardamom and saffron, topped with some dry fruits such as almonds, pistachios.

Basundi Recipe

Sooji Halwa

Sooji halwa - Make this delicious halwa in less than 20 minutes with simple 3 ingredients! This recipe is make-ahead and freezer-friendly.

Sooji Halwa Recipe

Carrot Halwa | Gajar Ka Halwa Instant Pot, Stove Top

This Instant pot Carrot Halwa / Gajar Ka Halwa is a very quick and a delicious recipe made in a pressure cooker by preserving most of its nutrients value and its vibrant color!!

Gajar Ka Halwa Recipe

Kheer | Rice Pudding

Kheer is a creamy, mildly sweetened Indian rice pudding, flavored with aromatic saffron and cardamom powder.

Kheer Recipe

Sweet Potato Pudding/Sweet Potato Halwa - Instant Pot

Sweet potato halwa, also known as Shakarkandi ka halwa is a popular dessert, traditionally served during festivals in India. This comforting dish is made with sweet potatoes, some milk, sugar, and ghee or clarified butter. Flavored with aromatic green cardamom and topped with some nuts.

Sweet Potato Halwa Recipe

Lauki Ka Halwa - Instant Pot

Lauki Halwa is a popular North Indian dessert made with lauki (bottle gourd), milk, sugar, and ghee, and flavored with aromatic saffron and cardamom.

Lauki Halwa Recipe

Tahiri / Tayri / Tairi / Sindhi Sweet Rice

This Instant Pot Tahiri is so easy and a delicious recipe from Sindhi Cuisine. Tahiri is traditionally an aromatic Sindhi Sweet Rice recipe served on special occasions or festivals.

Sweet Rice Recipe

Holi Snacks

Here are some Holi snacks! From traditional Holi food to improvised Holi food using modern gadgets like Air fryer for a healthier twist without compromising on flavor.

Crispy Methi Leaves Pakora | Methi Bhajiya | Fenugreek Leaves Pakoda

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Methi Pakora (Methi Bhajiya), a popular Indian snack that combines fresh fenugreek leaves with a spiced gram flour batter. Crispy and aromatic, these fritters make for a perfect snack or appetizer.

Methi Bhajiya Recipe

Air Fryer Pani Puri

Pani Puri is a round, ball-shaped, hollow puri, filled with spicy, flavorful potato and black chickpeas mixture, filled with flavor bursting, lip-smacking, spicy, tangy mint-cilantro pani (water).

Traditionally, puri for pani puri is deep fried. Here, I am sharing a no fry recipe for making these puri using air fryer. Enjoy this popular street food at home with my healthier, guilt-free homemade air fry pani puri. This recipe is vegan.

Air Fryer Pani Puri Recipe

Dahi Vada Recipe | Dahi Bhalla Chaat

This popular Dahi Vada chaat or Dahi Bhalla recipe features tender lentil fritters submerged in luscious yogurt, topped with delectable sweet and spicy chutneys. A cherished Indian street food enjoyed by many, it adds a delightful touch to any festive occasion like Holi or Diwali!

Dahi Vada Recipe

Pani For Pani Puri

Enjoy 3 different flavors of pani for pani puri from traditional mint-cilantro, to more trendy strawberry and pineapple ones.

Pani For Pani Puri Recipe

Namak Para [Nimki]

Namak para is a savory Indian tea-time snack that is crispy, flaky, and delicious. Made with simple pantry ingredients, and a few aromatic spices.

Namak Para Recipe

Mumbai Style Ragda Patties

Ragda Patties is a lip-smacking, flavorsome, finger-licking chaat recipe from the streets of Mumbai, India. This chaat recipe from Mumbai will tantalize your taste buds with its sweet, tangy and spicy flavors!!

Mumbai Style Ragda Patties Recipe

Air Fryer Chakli [Murukku]

This Air fryer chakli (murukku) is delicious, and low-fat. It is healthier than the traditional deep-fried chakli. Try these low-fat chakli without compromising on its taste. Munch on these healthy bites any time of the day. This recipe is vegan and nut-free.

Air Fryer Chakli Recipe

Instant Oats Rava Dhokla

Instant Oats Rava Dhokla: A variation of the traditional Indian dhokla not only offers a burst of flavor but also packs the goodness of oats.

Instant Oats Dhokla Recipe

Easy Whole Wheat Shakarpara Recipe (Shakarpali)

Enjoy these homemade Whole Wheat Shakarpara this Diwali. A perfect balance of sweetness and texture, this recipe is a must-try!

Shakarpali Recipe

Poha Chivda | Chivda Recipe 2 Ways | Namkeen Snack

Try this delicious Roasted Poha Chivda, a crispy and flavorful Indian snack perfect for tea time! Enjoy the crunchy goodness with a blend of spices.

Namkeen Chivda Recipe

The Best Pav Bhaji Recipe | Mumbai Street Style Pav Bhaji

Mumbai street-style pav bhaji recipe! Made with a medley of mashed vegetables, aromatic spices, and served with soft pav bread rolls, this iconic street food will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Mumbai. Perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal any time of the day!

Pav Bhaji Recipe

Baked Methi Mathri [Savory Fenugreek Cracker]

Baked Methi Mathri – A healthier twist on classic Punjabi mathri, with the same taste, but fewer calories! These baked versions of famous Punjabi mathri are a must-have this festive season!

Baked Methi Mathri Recipe

Air Fryer Chickpeas (5 Different Flavors)

Crispy Air Fryer Chickpeas in just 15 minutes! Simply toss the chickpeas with seasonings, pop them in an air fryer, and enjoy a healthy snack!

Air Fryer Chickpeas Recipe

Sindhi Dal Pakwan

Enjoy this lip-smacking Sindhi Dal Pakwan with sweet tangy, spicy chutneys for a burst of flavor. A flavorful and hearty dish that is loved for its combination of textures and flavors.

Sindhi Dal Pakwan Recipe

Sindhi Pakwan

Enjoy Sindhi Dal Pakwan with homemade crispy, fried pakwan.

Sindhi Pakwan Recipe

No Fry Sabudana Vada [Air Fryer | Oven | Appam Pan]

Try this delectable, no-fry sabudana vada recipe with the same flavors and crispiness. Enjoy these low-fat, guilt-free sabudana vada with some cilantro chutney and a cup of chai! This recipe is vegan and gluten-free.

No Fry Sabudana Vada Recipe

Quinoa Idli Recipe (without rice)

Quinoa idli recipe is a nutritious alternative to traditional idli, made without rice by blending soaked quinoa with lentils and fermenting the batter before steaming into soft, fluffy cakes, perfect for a wholesome breakfast or snack.

Quinoa Idli Recipe

No Fry Buff Vada [Farali Pattice]

Try this delicious, no fry buff vada [farali pattice] recipe with the same flavors and crispiness. Enjoy these low-fat, guilt-free buff vada with some cilantro chutney and a cup of chai!

Farali Pattice Recipe

Kale Chane Ke Kebab

Kale Chane Ke Kebab (Black Chickpea Kebab) are so easy to make and are such a healthy and a delicious appetizer. Serve these yummy, melt-in mouth, vegetarian kebab with some Mint And Coriander Chutney.

Kale Chane Ke Kebab Recipe

Delicious Holi Party Menu | Holi Celebration Foods

Planning a Holi party can be fun and exciting to celebrate the festival with friends and family. Here are some delicious recipes to help you plan a memorable Holi party:

Welcome your guests with a traditional Holi drink Thandai. Followed by an Indian-inspired charcuterie board with Holi food such as sweets and snacks.

For the main course, try our popular North Indian dish Mathura Ke Dubki Wale Aloo with Khasta Kachori to your menu. We like to pair this with Bathua Raita, and Green Mango Chutney.

You can make some Dal Makhani or Chana Masala. If you like methi, try our Methi Chole, one of my family favorites. These will go great with my homemade Naan or Basmati Rice.

Need more inspiration for dinner ideas? Checkout this awesome collection of 75+ Easy Indian Dinner Recipes & ideas!

Aloo Gobi, Aloo Gobi Matar, or Gobi Matar Masala make a great side dish. It's a quick and easy recipe and pairs well with naan, puri, or paratha. Love cauliflower? Here's a lovely collection of Indian Cauliflower Recipes.

Paneer is always a hit among all ages. Try my viral recipe Paneer In Veggie Sauce, or Paneer Butter Masala. Looking for a no-onion, no-garlic paneer recipe? Try my easy Kashmiri Paneer Masala recipe that you can make in under 20 minutes.

Love Paneer? Check out this amazing collection of 75+ Indian Paneer Recipes.

This Moong Sprouts Salad and Tomato Onion Raita are easy to make and make an excellent addition to any meal.

Indian Chutney Recipes

An Indian party food menu would be complete without these lip-smacking Indian Chutneys! They are versatile and you can use them in a variety of ways to enhance the flavor of a dish. Typically, chutneys are served alongside main dishes or snacks. You can use chutney as a spread or dip.

Spread the colors of love and joy on this happy occasion of Holi festival! Wishing you all a very Happy Holi 2024!

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