Kaju katli is an emotion that is undoubtedly mostly seen during Diwali. With the festival of lights around the corner, many Mumbaikars and Indians around the world will enjoy a variety of sweets. However, the kaju katli is always an eternal favourite. In fact, the delicious Indian sweet has been at the receiving end of good and bad jokes but that hasn’t led to its shine diminishing just like the silver vark on it.

Growing up in Mumbai, Tanishka Deshmukh* has always been fond of kaju katli. She wouldn’t have it any other way. The Mumbaikar explains, “Since I was a kid, that diamond shape of kaju katli and the silver vark put on top of it has enamoured me. Moreover, I like its nutty taste. It has just been my favourite always. Kaju katli seems like a common mithai, but it is more of how it is made that makes me like them more.”

Popularity of Kaju Katli
It is no different for Almas Mirza, another Mumbaikar, who has always found kaju katli to be the centre of her Diwali celebrations. “I am personally not very fond of extremely sweet tastes, so Kaju Katli does the trick for me. A Kaju Katli prepared correctly is mildly sweet, and the soft, melt-in-the-mouth texture and the richness of cashew make it a favourite.”