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Try This Festive Special Chocolate Kesar Peda Recipe With a Toblerone Twist Recipe

Romi Bhattacharjee

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Nurtured by the nourishing meals of her mother and pishimoni (paternal aunt), Romi ...

Oct 23, 2026

Author :Romi Bhattacharjee

Romi Bhattacharjee

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Nurtured by the nourishing meals of her mother and pishimoni (paternal aunt), Romi ...

Published : Oct 23, 2026

Wondering how to give your Diwali dessert platter a creative makeover? This kesar peda recipe makes some delicious diya-bati-shaped festive delights.

Difficulty:easy

Serves:7

Time:40 mins

Contains egg: No

For ages, Diwali celebrations have been all about laddus, barfis, pedas, and all things traditional. While keeping all these traditional touches intact, modern celebrations have also created space where creative fusions can flourish. The festive season in India these days is all about celebrating both. And this Toblerone-filled diya-bati kesar peda is one such example where both the new and old come together like never before. Inspired by the traditional diya-bati (lamp and wick) used during ......Read More

Ingredients

7
Servings

For the Recipe

Mawa / Khoya - 1 cup
Powdered sugar - ½ cup
Ghee - 1 tsp
Cardamom powder - ½ tsp
Toblerone White Chocolate - 1 pack (use as required)
Cocoa Powder - 1 tsp
Fresh cream - 1 tsp
Golden / silver varq (for garnishing)
Almonds (sliced) - as required

Directions

Try This Festive Special Chocolate Kesar Peda Recipe With A Toblerone Twist - Crumbled Mawa In Pan

Step 1

Add the crumbled mawa to a non-stick pan and place it over low to medium heat.

Try This Festive Special Chocolate Kesar Peda Recipe With A Toblerone Twist - Mixing Powders Gently

Step 2

Add the powdered sugar and milk powder, stirring gently until everything is well combined and smooth.

Try This Festive Special Chocolate Kesar Peda Recipe With A Toblerone Twist - Stirring Dough Mixture

Step 3

Cook over low to medium heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring continuously, until the mixture comes together into a soft, smooth dough. If it feels too dry, add a little milk at a time carefully. The mixture should remain soft and pliable, and not sticky.

Try This Festive Special Chocolate Kesar Peda Recipe With A Toblerone Twist - Mixing Powders

Step 4

Add the cardamom powder and cocoa powder, and mix well, allowing their warm, aromatic flavors to blend beautifully into the mawa mixture.

Try This Festive Special Chocolate Kesar Peda Recipe With A Toblerone Twist - Cooling Mixture On Plate

Step 5

Transfer the mixture to a plate and allow it to cool completely to room temperature, making it easier to handle.

Try This Festive Special Chocolate Kesar Peda Recipe With A Toblerone Twist - Shaping Peda Diya

Step 6

Take a small portion of the mixture and gently roll it into a smooth laddu. Lightly flatten it, then pinch one side into a sharp point to create a beautiful diya-inspired shape.

Try This Festive Special Chocolate Kesar Peda Recipe With A Toblerone Twist - Shaped Chocolate Pedas

Step 7

Repeat with the remaining mixture until all the diyas are shaped and ready.

Try This Festive Special Chocolate Kesar Peda Recipe With A Toblerone Twist - Decorated Mawa Diyas

Step 8

Arrange the mawa-cocoa diyas on a plate. For an elegant festive touch, gently adorn them with a little silver or golden varq. Refrigerate for about 15 minutes, or until the diyas are nicely set.

Try This Festive Special Chocolate Kesar Peda Recipe With A Toblerone Twist - Melting White Chocolate

Step 9

Place the chopped White Toblerone Chocolate in a heatproof bowl and microwave for about 1 minute, stirring in between, until smooth and glossy. Alternatively, melt it gently over a double boiler. Add a tiny amount of ghee for an extra glossy finish, if desired.

Try This Festive Special Chocolate Kesar Peda Recipe With A Toblerone Twist - Saffron Chocolate Mixture

Step 10

Add a few saffron strands and a little fresh cream to the melted chocolate, giving it a beautiful ghee-like color while keeping the filling soft and creamy once set.

Try This Festive Special Chocolate Kesar Peda Recipe With A Toblerone Twist - Saffron Infused Chocolate

Step 11

Allow the saffron to infuse into the chocolate, transforming it into a warm, golden kesari hue that beautifully resembles the rich, glossy ghee traditionally seen inside a diya.

Try This Festive Special Chocolate Kesar Peda Recipe With A Toblerone Twist - Piping Chocolate Diya

Step 12

Gently pipe or spoon the saffron-infused chocolate into the center of each mawa-cocoa diya, creating a beautiful ghee-filled effect and bringing the festive diya to life.

Try This Festive Special Chocolate Kesar Peda Recipe With A Toblerone Twist - Almond Diya Flame

Step 13

Place a thinly sliced almond at the pointed tip of each diya to create a delicate flame and complete the festive look.

Try This Festive Special Chocolate Kesar Peda Recipe With A Toblerone Twist - Arranged Chocolate Diyas

Step 14

Arrange the Chocolate Diya-Batis beautifully on a serving platter and celebrate Diwali with these gorgeous, festive little treats. It is a sweet tribute to the warmth and glow of the festival of lights.

Tips:

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.