Wholesome, ghee-rich, and full of festive warmth! Perfect for gifting or prasad this Diwali, this cake is a delightful treat made with wheat flour, mawa, and aromatic cardamom. It's a homemade dessert that embodies the spirit of the festival and is sure to bring joy to your celebrations.
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Ingredients
For Mawa
milk1/4cup
ghee1tsp
milk powder1/2cup
For Cake
- ghee1/2cup
yogurt1/2cup
sugar1cup
wheat flour1 1/2cups
baking powder1tsp
baking soda1/2tsp- milk3/4cup
cardamom powder1/2tsp
mawa1/2cup
chopped nuts- saffron milk
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
368.2kcal (18.41%)
Protein
7.0g (14.08%)
Carbs
43.2g (15.72%)
Sugars
26.1g (52.12%)
Healthy Fat
6.4g
Unhealthy Fat
11.6g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
How to make Diwali Special Wheat Mawa Cake
Prepare Mawa
- Step 1
Cook milk, ghee, and milk powder together until thickened.
Prepare Cake Batter
- Step 1
Whisk ghee, yogurt, and sugar together until creamy.
- Step 2
Add dry ingredients, milk, cardamom powder, and mawa to the mixture and combine well.
Bake the Cake
- Step 1
Pour the batter into a greased tin and top with chopped nuts.
- Step 2
Bake at 180°C or cook in a kadhai for 40–45 minutes.
- Step 3
Cool the cake, decorate as desired, and enjoy this festive delight.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
368.2kcal (18.41%)
Protein
7.0g (14.08%)
Carbs
43.2g (15.72%)
Sugars
26.1g (52.12%)
Healthy Fat
6.4g
Unhealthy Fat
11.6g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
Tips & Tricks
Ensure the mawa is cooked until thick for the best texture.
Use saffron milk for an added festive touch and aroma.
Let the cake cool completely before decorating to avoid melting the toppings.
FAQS
Can I use regular flour instead of wheat flour?
Yes, you can substitute wheat flour with all-purpose flour, but the texture and flavor may vary slightly.
Can I make this cake without mawa?
Mawa adds richness and flavor to the cake, but you can skip it or substitute it with condensed milk for a similar effect.
How can I make saffron milk?
Soak a few strands of saffron in warm milk for 10–15 minutes to infuse the flavor and color.
Can I use oil instead of ghee?
Ghee provides a rich flavor that complements the cake, but you can use oil as a substitute if needed.
How do I bake the cake in a kadhai?
Place a stand inside the kadhai, preheat it for 10 minutes, and then place the cake tin on the stand. Cover and cook on low heat for 40–45 minutes.
Suman Yadav
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