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Ganesh Utsav 2023: The devotees of Lord Ganesha are celebrating the 10-day Ganesh Utsav with full fervour and enthusiasm. Lord Ganesha is one of the most significant deities in the Hindu religion and is worshipped as the primary god. Lord Ganesha's love of sweets adds to the enjoyment of the joyful occasion of Ganesh Utsav. Worshippers prepare a range of delectable dishes over the course of these ten days in an effort to win Bappa's blessings. However, a few other sweet delights are also believed to be among Ganpati Bappa's favourite sweet dishes. Let us check out the list of Lord Ganesha’s favourite food items which are ideal to offer as Prasad during the auspicious Ganesh Utsav. 

Ganesh Utsav 2023: Top 5 Favourite Foods Of Lord Ganesha 

1. Modak 

The delightful core of the modak is made of freshly grated coconut and jaggery, while its tender covering is made of rice or wheat flour blended with khoya or maida flour. (Image Source: Canva) 

Modak, or steamed dumplings, is one of Lord Ganesha's favourite dishes. Many sweets are served during Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, but Modak is the most significant one.  They are delicately cooked rice flour cakes with a sweet or savoury filling that are the perfect birthday present for Lord Ganesha. Since he adores modaks so much, Lord Ganesha is also known as "Modapriya." 

2. Puffed Rice And Jaggery Laddus 

Crispy laddus are made with melted jaggery and puffed rice. (Image Source: Canva) 

Ganesha treats both the needy and the wealthy equally with kindness and compassion. Ganpati Bappa also relishes laddus which are composed of something which is easily available and affordable. One of these items is puffed rice sweetened with jaggery. 

3. Kheer 

Kheer is believed to be consumed by deities to acquire vigour or to begin an auspicious event. (Image Source: Canva)

Since kheer is considered to be God's favourite dessert, it is an essential part of almost every Indian celebration. During Ganesh Utsav, a number of milk-based Kheer recipes are cooked, including Basundi, Pala Thalikalu, and Pala Undrallu to mention a few. Payasam or kheer is another dessert prepared for Lord Ganesha in Maharashtra. This festive sweet dish, which is made with milk, rice, sugar, coconut, and cardamom, is a favourite of Lord Ganesha. 

4. Peda

Peda is a scrumptiously sweet treat that resembles fudge. (Image Source: Canva)

Peda, a milk dish, is served during Ganesha Pooja and is considered to be one of the favourite dishes of Lord Ganesha. These delicious simple Ganesha Utsav treats are made using milk, sugar, flour, cardamom, and nuts. 

5. Motichoor Laddu

The smooth, delectable, and tongue-melting motichoor ladoos are made of gramme flour, sugar, and spices. (Image Source: Canva)

Lord Ganesha adores all things sweet, as seen by his gigantic belly. He relishes motichoor laddus, a fragrant Indian treat made from miniature boondis infused with saffron. Ganpati Bappa enjoys eating a variety of laddus and pedas, but his favourite laddu is the motichoor variety because of its vibrant hue and delicious flavour.



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