Which Sweets are famous in Jaipur ?  

Jaipur, the Pink City, is a treasure trove of traditional sweets that reflect its royal heritage and desert ingenuity. Here are the most iconic desserts you must try:

 🍯 **1. Ghevar**  

The crown jewel of Jaipur's sweets, this disc-shaped honeycomb delicacy is soaked in sugar syrup and often topped with **rabri** (reduced milk) or **malai** (cream). It's intrinsically linked to monsoon festivals like **Teej** and **Gangaur** . Modern twists include **Nutella**, **Biscoff**, and **fruit toppings** .  

- **Where to try**:  

  - *Sambhar Fini Wala* (Johari Bazaar) for creamy rabri and innovative strawberry/chocolate versions .  

  - *Laxmi Mishthan Bhandar (LMB)* for mawa-topped classics .  

  - *Rawat Mishthan Bhandar* for perfectly balanced sweetness .

 🥟 **2. Mawa Kachori**  

A decadent deep-fried pastry stuffed with **sweetened khoya** (mawa), nuts, and cardamom, then dipped in sugar syrup. A regal innovation born in Jaipur's kitchens .  

- **Where to try**: *Rawat Mishthan Bhandar* and *LMB* for crisp, syrup-infused perfection .

### 🌹 **3. Gulab Sakri**  

A lesser-known gem made from **mawa**, saffron, and rose water, forming a fragrant, fudge-like barfi. Its delicate floral notes make it a festive favorite .  

- **Where to try**: *Mahaveer Rabri Bhandar* and *Rawat Mishthan Bhandar* .

🧵 **4. Feeni/Fini**  

Crisp, vermicelli-like strands deep-fried in ghee and dipped in sugar syrup. Traditionally served with warm milk during **Makar Sankranti** .  

- **Where to try**: *Sambhar Fini Wala* (specializing in feeni) .

🌾 **5. Moong Dal Halwa**  

A winter specialty where ground green gram is slow-cooked in **ghee**, milk, and sugar until caramelized. Garnished with almonds, it's a staple at Rajasthani weddings .  

- **Where to try**: *UBQ By Barbeque Nation* for rich, aromatic servings .

 🥥 **6. Balushahi**  

Flaky, doughnut-shaped pastries fried in ghee and soaked in syrup. Their melt-in-mouth texture pairs perfectly with masala chai .  

- **Where to try**: *Kanha* (local chain) for traditional recipes .

🥣 **7. Kesar Rabri**  

Thickened milk slow-cooked with saffron, cardamom, and nuts, served chilled in earthen pots. A cooling antidote to Rajasthan's heat .  

- **Where to try**: *Mahaveer Rabri Bhandar* for silky, kesar-infused versions .

### **Signature Shops & Cultural Tips**  

- **Festive Timing**: Ghevar peaks during Teej (July–August), while **gajak** (sesame-jaggery brittle) and **gond ladoos** dominate winters .  

- **Must-Visit Stores**:  

  - *Lassiwala* (MI Road): **Kulhad Lassi** in earthen cups .  

  - *Sodhani Sweets*: Award-winning **Moti Pak** (chickpea flour barfi) .  

  - *Brijwasi* (Johari Bazaar): Inventive **coin-sized ghewars** .  

💎 **Why Jaipur's Sweets Stand Out**  

Rajasthani desserts use **ghee**, **khoya**, and **nuts** to combat arid climates, resulting in richly preserved sweets with long shelf lives . The interplay of rose water, saffron, and cardamom mirrors the opulence of the city's palaces.  

> Pro Tip: Pair savory *Pyaaz Kachori* with *Ghevar* for a true Jaipur food experience .  

For a deeper dive, explore Johari Bazaar's sweet lanes during festivals – where every bite is a page from history 🏰.