Holi, the festival of colors, is celebrated with great enthusiasm and joy throughout the Indian subcontinent. It symbolizes spring coming to life, the triumph of good over bad, and the opportunity to treat yourself to some goodies and vivid colors.
Although gujiya is and will always be the top Holi sweets integrating international flavor, adding a touch of scones will make your Holi celebration memorable. Let us now delve deeply into the art of mixing the flavor of gujiyas with the extravagance of scones to develop a one-of-a-kind culinary experience this Holi.
Holi without snacks is like Diwali without Crackers
In the same way that Diwali cannot be celebrated without fireworks, Holi cannot be celebrated without an assortment of snacks. From savory to sweet, there are enough options. The variety of treats is only one of the factors in the festive atmosphere. Even though traditional Holi snacks like gujiyas, papdi chaat, and samosas are a hit, novel ideas like the scones can help transform your Holi spread to a much higher dimension.
What are Scones and Gujhias
Scones, native to Scotland, are one of the most common oven-baked goods, and they are usually enjoyed with jam and clotted cream. They are known for their crumbly consistency and buttery solid flavor, making them super tasty. Moving on to the second side of the spectrum, we have Gujiyas, deep-fried pastries stuffed with khoya (a milk product derived from boiling milk), nuts and sugar. These sweets are the main part during Holi festival in India; we can find them mainly in Northern India.
Scones and Gujhia- Gourmet & Desi Snack Blend
Combining the scones with gujiyas would merge perfect gourmet and desi flavors. The buttery, creamy flavor of the scone’s pairs so well with the sweetness of gujiyas that these two perfectly sync together to create a melodious combination of tastes. Whether you take them as individual snacks or serve them with tea, these two foods will satisfy your taste buds, and make you crave for more.
How to make Scones and Gujhias at Home
You might be surprised how simple it is to bake scones and gujiyas yourself. Here’s a simple recipe for both:
Scones Recipe:
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup of unsalted butter (still cold and in cubes of cut-up)
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
• In a big bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt with your hand, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
• First, add the cold butter and cut it into the mixture using a pastry cutter or two knives until the dough has a finished crumb texture.
• Combine the milk and vanilla extract by slowly whisking them into the mixture until all ingredients are incorporated.
• Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times as it forms.
• Pat the dough into a round disk of about 1-inch thickness and divide it into eight pieces.
• Place the dough on the baking tray and cook for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
• Offer them with jam and clotted cream on a warm basis.
Gujiya Recipe:
Ingeredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
One medium spoonful of ghee is the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of clarified butter.
Water, as needed
A teaspoonful of whole sunflower seeds.
1/2 cup powdered sugar
To your individual taste, two tablespoons of nuts (almonds, pistachios, cashews).
Oil for frying
Instructions:
• In a large bowl, mix the flour with ghee until it feels like a blend of coarse crumbs.
• Firstly, add dry ingredients little by little with enough water to create a dough that is soft and even.
• Spread the dough with a damp towel and leave it at rest for 30 min.
• In the other bowl, the dry ingredients, mawa, powdered sugar, sugar and nuts, are mixed to create the paste.
• Cut the dough into the small dough round and roll each into a circular shape.
• First, lay the filling in the center of each disc and unfold it to make a semi-circle.
• Garnish the edges and shove them jointly with a fork.
• Cook in deep frying oil by frying the gujiyas until golden brown.
• Let them stand on a paper towel, leaving them to cool down before serving.
Not making them at home – Order Online
However, if you have the time or knowledge to make scones and gujiyas at home; try them! Apart from bakeries and online food platforms offering varieties of Holi specials, delicious bread and sugarcane beverages are also on the list. All you need to do is order them online, and they will be delivered to your doorstep, thus making the whole process much easier.
Treat your guests to lip-smacking snacks and colors of Holi
It does not matter whether you bake scones and gujiyas yourself or even order the latter; the numerous guests at your Holi party will be wowed when you serve them these delicious sweet treats. Coupling them with various colorful powders and water guns can set the tone for the celebration, leading to an awesome party. Holi is not only about colors other than these; it is when we all enjoy, dance and eat. Hence, for this Holi, let’s add our special touch by cooking scones, gujiyas, and a wide range of aromatic colors.
