Walnut Chikki with Jaggery | Healthy Indian Sweet with Omega Boost | Kedia Pavitra

Walnut Chikki with Jaggery

There’s something deeply nostalgic about chikki — that snap of sweetness wrapped in roasted nuts and molten jaggery. Across India, this humble treat marks festivals, fairs, and family tea-times. But when we swap peanuts for walnuts, magic happens — the result is a golden, glossy Walnut Chikki with Jaggery, where tradition meets nutrition.

Walnuts, or akhrot, have long been prized in Himalayan homes for winter vitality. Ayurveda describes them as medhya dravya — foods that enhance brain health and warmth. Modern nutrition echoes this: walnuts are the richest tree-nut source of omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid, supporting heart and brain function.

Ingredients

· 1 cup Kedia Pavitra Walnuts (halves)

· ¾ cup Jaggery powder

· 1 tsp Ghee (for greasing)

· Pinch of cardamom (optional)

Method

1. Dry-roast walnuts on low flame till fragrant.

2. In another pan, melt jaggery with 2 tbsp water until syrup reaches hard-ball stage (drop test in cold water).

3. Quickly mix in walnuts; stir to coat evenly.

4. Spread mixture on greased steel plate, flatten with a rolling pin.

5. While warm, cut into squares or shards.

This chikki isn’t just addictive crunch — it’s nourishment disguised as dessert. Jaggery brings iron and trace minerals, while walnuts lend healthy fats and antioxidants. No refined sugar, no preservatives — just pure energy.

Pair it with evening tea or carry a piece on road trips; it stays fresh for weeks when stored airtight. For an aromatic upgrade, sprinkle sesame or a touch of sea salt.

At Kedia Pavitra, each ingredient speaks purity — jaggery sun-dried to preserve minerals, walnuts sourced directly from growers, and ghee cold-processed to retain aroma. This isn’t just sweet making — it’s heritage in motion.