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Coconut Chikki
Coconut chikki recipe celebrates the joyous Punjabi festival of Lohri with traditional sweet treats that honor agricultural abundance and community celebration. This beloved confection represents the centerpiece of festival sweets, combining fresh coconut with jaggery or sugar to create crunchy, satisfying candy that's deeply rooted in cultural tradition. Perfect for sharing during harvest celebrations or gifting to family and friends, chikki embodies the spirit of gratitude and prosperity associated with Lohri festivities. The simple yet delicious combination of coconut and sweetener creates textural contrast and natural flavors that appeal to all ages. Whether prepared for religious observances, cultural celebrations, or simply to enjoy authentic Punjabi sweets, this recipe connects you with generations of festival traditions while providing delicious homemade treats that store well and travel easily.
Sweets are a centerpiece of the Punjabi agricultural festival Lohri, and coconut chikki is definitely a favorite. So here’s a quick idea for your Lohri feast, and you won’t even have to place a few calls to Pakistan to get the recipe.
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 chikki
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Ingredients
1 tablespoon ghee
4 cups grated dried coconut
¾ cup brown sugar
¾ cup white sugar
¼ cup water, or as needed
Directions
Melt 1 tablespoon of ghee to a pan over low heat; add coconut and roast until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Set aside.
Add brown sugar to a skillet over medium heat and slowly mix in sugar. Put in a glug of water, increase heat, and bring to a boil, about 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Lower the heat, stirring constantly until the mixture starts to solidify, about 2 minutes. Add coconut and mix in until well combined.
Transfer mixture to a greased sheet pan or baking dish and spread out. Cut immediately into squares or rectangles and allow to cool completely.
Take the coconut you put aside earlier and add it to the mixture, mix well so the coconut is evenly spread throughout the sugar
Pour the mixture into a pan and allow to firm up. Cut into pieces. Serve and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 472 | Calories |
| 32g | Fat |
| 50g | Carbs |
| 3g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 472 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 32g | 41% |
| Saturated Fat 28g | 138% |
| Cholesterol 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium 23mg | 1% |
| Total Carbohydrate 50g | 18% |
| Dietary Fiber 8g | 27% |
| Total Sugars 42g | |
| Protein 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin C 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium 30mg | 2% |
| Iron 2mg | 9% |
| Potassium 281mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
