25+ Best Diwali Snacks: Traditional, Healthy & Easy Recipes

Diwali, the Indian festival of lights cannot be complete without its colorful food, candies, and more so the snacks.

Bring your families together, whether it is crunchy chakli, spicy chivada, or fast foods, Diwali snacks make celebrations merry.

This guide covers everything you need — from traditional Diwali snacks (faral) to healthy snack recipes and easy snack ideas you can make at home.

You’ll also find a few ready-to-eat options, like Bebe Burp’s healthy cookies and organic puffs, that can be a perfect modern addition to your festive menu.

Why Are Snacks Important During Diwali?

• Snacks and sweets symbolize sharing and togetherness.
• Preparing Diwali snack recipes at home is a family tradition in many households.
• Offering Diwali faral to guests is considered a gesture of warmth and hospitality.
• From crispy savories to wholesome treats, the Diwali food menu is incomplete without snacks.

Traditional Diwali Snacks (Faral) 

Maharashtrian Diwali Snacks

• Chakli - Crisp, spiral snack consisting of rice or wheat flour.
• Chivda - A light combination of poha, nuts and spices.
• Shankarpali - Sweet diamonds, fried in a shape of a diamond.
• Karanji - Sweet dumplings made of coconuts and dry fruits.

South Indian Diwali Snacks

• Murukku – Rice flour snack of the chakli type.
• Ribbon Pakoda - Flat ribbon shaped crispy snack.
• Thenkuzhal - Light, fried snack prepared using urad dal flour. 
• Banana Chips - A typical holiday snack, crispy and thin salty snacks.

Easy & Quick Diwali Snack Recipes 

Short on time? Try these easy Indian snacks for Diwali:

• Bread Dhokla – A savory and fast snack that is steamed.
• Mini Samosas – Party-size snacks.
• Paneer Tikka Bites – Marinated paneer cubes roasted on skewers.
• Vegetable Cutlets – Crispy patties made with mashed veggies.

These fast snack recipes will perfectly fit as last-minute diwali preparations.

Healthy Diwali Snacks

Diwali is usually associated with a lot of indulgence; however, one can compensate it with healthy snack recipes:

• Baked Chakli - A more lighter variant to the original chakli.
• Roasted Chivda - Prepared using less oil and more dry fruits. 
• Oats & Ragi Ladoo - Healthy, high fiber mealtime snacks.
• Dry Fruit Mix - A healthy snack that is guilt free munching.

For ready-made healthy options, you can also try Bebe Burp organic puffs or healthy cookies combo. They’re preservative-free and perfect for kids as well as adults.

Snacks and Sweets Combo 

Pairing Diwali sweets and snacks is a tradition. Some classic pairings include:

• Chakli with Besan Ladoo
• Murukku with Mysore Pak
• Shankarpali with Kaju Katli
• Chivda with Rava Ladoo

This combination balances salty and sweet flavors for your Diwali food menu.

Diwali Snacks Menu Ideas 

Planning a get-together? Here are some Diwali menu ideas:

Family Lunch Menu

• Starter: Vegetable cutlets
• Main snacks: Chakli, Chivda, Murukku
• Sweet: Kaju Katli, Ladoo

Party Snacks Menu

• Finger foods: Mini samosas, paneer tikka bites
• Healthy sides: Roasted chivda, dry fruit mix
• Dessert: Mini pancake bites (you can even try Bebe Burp chocolate pancake mix for a fun twist)

Diwali Snacks List (Quick Reference) 

Here’s a handy Diwali snacks list you can use for your shopping or cooking plan:

• Chakli
• Chivda
• Shankarpali
• Karanji
• Murukku
• Ribbon Pakoda
• Banana Chips
• Vegetable Cutlets
• Mini Samosa
• Roasted Nuts
• Oats Ladoo
• Cookies / Puffs (modern twist)

FAQs on Diwali Snacks

Q: What are the most sought after Diwali snacks?

Ans: Chakli, chivda, shankarpali, and murukku are among the most loved Diwali snack recipes.

Q: What are some healthy Diwali snack ideas?

Ans: Baked chakli, oats ladoo, roasted chivada and healthy cookies are good choices. 

Q: What is Diwali faral?

Ans: It is the customary snacks of Diwali the Maharashtrian festival including chakli, chivda, and karanji. 

Q: Can I make Diwali snacks before hand? 

Ans: Yes, snacks such as chakli, shankarpali and chivda can be kept 23 weeks.