The best thing about Deepavali, besides spending time with family and friends and bonding over the holiday, is inarguably the sweets. You’ll find plenty of luxurious mithai boxes and Indian sweets in Singapore and across other regions, but in KL lies a whole new world of Indian sweets that’s waiting to be discovered.
With the Festival of Lights around the corner, you’ll want to prepare a list of the best Indian snacks to procure the next time you’re in Kuala Lumpur. Known for their variety and colours as well as their generous use of spice, milk, and sugar, these Indian sweets are just the treat for the festivities, as the celebration calls for a generous, colourful spread. Decorating a dessert table with sweet offerings is just what you need especially if you’re inviting guests over. These candies are also perfect gifts to show your loved ones you care.
From murukku and appam, to the all-time favourite ladoo, we’ve curated some of our favourite snacks and Indian sweets in KL to order for the upcoming Deepavali celebrations.
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Located above TMC Grocer Bangsar, Mohan’s Appam is adored by many for its delicious and affordable appam. If you have a hard time finding the space, keep in mind that the establishment shares the same spot as D Brothers Claypot. Returning customers are fans of their milo, peanut and banana flavours. However, you can never go wrong with the plain too.
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- Address 45-1 Lorong ara Kiri1, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Phone +60 11-1613 1826
Jai Hind is the place to be for decadent North Indian sweets and specialities. Located in the vicinity of Masjid Jamek, this restaurant is a favourite among locals and tourists based on its excellent reviews. Ideal for festive gatherings, happy customers come here for their hearty biriyani and those selections, while the freshly-baked — Landoo, Barfi, Seemal and more — desserts are highly raved about too.
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- Address 15, Jalan Melayu, City Centre, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Phone +60 3-2692 0041
Classified as a typical street food in India, Pani Puri is a deep-fried flatbread ball filled with mashed potatoes or chicken. With over 9,000 followers (and counting) on Instagram, Nana’s Pana Puri serves homemade vegetarian (RM15/USD 3) and non-vegetarian options (RM20/USD 4) that have garnered fans all over Malaysia. Each set contains ten pieces, including fillings and sauces that go with the crunchy snack.
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- Address 42, Jalan Kempas Utama 3/1 Taman Kempas Utama, 81300 Skudai, 81300 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
- Phone +60 16-700 5997
If you’re looking for a quick alternative to your usual savoury snacks, The Ganga Cafe offers freshly made samosas, Paneer Pakora, and more within its trendy confines. Sweet lovers will appreciate the generous range of Indian sweets here, from Patissa and coconut ladoo to Rasmalai and Kesari. This all-day vegetarian restaurant also offers a selection of dishes that would be perfect for easy meals with your family.
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- Address 19, Lorong Kurau, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Phone +60 3-2284 2119
After feasting on some of the best vegetarian food in KL, hit up the selection of Indian sweets at this Southern Indian restaurant. The kulfi and gulab jamun are top picks, but don’t sleep on the raiso=in ladoo and milk burfi.
- Address Palace Hotel Plaza, 40-46, Jalan Masjid India, City Centre, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Phone +60 3-2694 4233
Murukku is quintessential to Deepavali celebrations. This traditional snack made from rice and lentil flour customarily comes in a twisted or coil shape, making it a highly addictive snack. With Murukku Madness, there are two options to choose from – plain or spicy.
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