Festivals in India are all about lights, laughter, and family gatherings. But let’s be honest, what makes them truly special is the food. And among all the festive dishes, sweets hold a special place. Whether it’s ladoos for Diwali, pedas for Raksha Bandhan, or barfis during Holi, mithai is the heart of every celebration.

But there’s a small catch, most of our traditional sweets are made with lots of refined sugar. That means while they taste amazing, they aren’t exactly the best for our health. For people watching their weight, diabetics, or those who simply want to cut down on sugar, this can feel like a big compromise.

Here’s the sweet surprise: you don’t have to give up your favorite mithai. By using Stevia sugar, you can make the same traditional sweets without regular sugar. Stevia is a natural sweetener and a zero calorie sweetener made from the stevia plant. It’s completely safe, tastes almost like sugar, and works as a wonderful sugar substitute. The best part? It’s available in easy-to-use forms like Stevia sugar-free powder, which blends well into all kinds of Indian desserts.

So, if you’re ready to celebrate guilt-free, let’s get into some festive recipes that are sweet, tasty, and sugar-free!

1. Sattu Barfi – Nutritious & Delicious

 

 

Ingredients:

• Ghee
• Roasted Black Chana (Sattu)
• Milk
• 1/4 cup Stevia sugar-free powder
• Elaichi powder
• Dry fruits

Method:

1. Heat ghee in a pan, add roasted chana, and pour milk.
2. Let it simmer, then blend into a paste.
3. Add Stevia sugar, elaichi, and dry fruits.
4. Cook until thick, then spread the mixture.
5. Once cool, cut into squares.

This simple yet wholesome barfi is packed with protein from sattu and sweetness from a natural sweetener.

2. Pineapple Sheera – A Festive Twist

 

 

Ingredients:

• Ghee
• Suji (semolina)
• Pineapple (chopped)
• Milk
• Kesar (saffron)
• Elaichi and nutmeg powder
• Dry fruits
• Stevia sugar

Method:

1. Roast suji in ghee till golden, keep aside.
2. In another pan, cook pineapple and dry fruits in ghee.
3. Add milk, saffron, cardamom, and nutmeg.
4. Stir in the roasted suji.
5. Sweeten with Stevia sugar and mix well.

This dish has the comforting taste of halwa with a tropical flavor, made lighter with a zero calorie sweetener.

3. Milk Peda – Classic Mithai, Sugar-Free Style

 

 

Ingredients:

• 1 litre full cream milk
• 1 cup milk powder
• 1 tsp ghee
• 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
• Stevia sugar-free powder

Method:

1. Boil milk until it reduces by half.
2. Add milk powder, ghee, and cardamom.
3. Stir until thick and creamy.
4. Mix in Stevia sugar.
5. Shape into soft pedas.

These pedas are rich and creamy, yet light because they’re made with a sugar substitute instead of refined sugar.

4. Bhapa Sandesh – Soft & Spongy

 

 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup paneer
• 2 tbsp milk
• 2 tbsp milk powder
• 3 sachets Stevia sugar-free powder
• Kesar strands

Method:

1. Blend paneer, milk, milk powder, and Stevia sugar until smooth.
2. Transfer into a greased plate and garnish with saffron.
3. Steam until cooked.
4. Cut into shapes of your choice.

This Bengali favorite tastes just as authentic with a natural sweetener, and you won’t miss the sugar at all.

5. Sugar-Free Rava Ladoo – Light, Sweet, and Festive

 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rava/sooji
• 1/2 cup fresh cream
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 cup dry coconut powder
• 1 tbsp Stevia sugar
• 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
• 2 tbsp dry fruit powder
• Ghee

Method:

1. Roast rava in ghee until aromatic.
2. Add cream, milk, coconut, cardamom, and dry fruits.
3. Mix well, then add Stevia sugar.
4. Shape into ladoos while warm.

A perfect tea-time snack, these ladoos prove that mithai can be festive and healthy with a zero calorie sweetener.

6. Rajasthani Gulabi Churma – A Rose-Flavored Treat

 

 

Ingredients:

• Rose petals (boiled in water)
• Whole wheat atta
• Sooji
• Ghee
• Dry fruits
• Stevia sugar-free powder

Method:

1. Mix atta, sooji, and ghee into a dough using rose water.
2. Shape into small balls and roast them.
3. Crush and grind into coarse granules.
4. Add Stevia sugar and dry fruits.
5. Shape into fragrant ladoos.

This churma is royal, aromatic, and extra special with rose flavor, all sweetened with a sugar substitute.

Why Switch to Stevia Sugar for Festivals?

• It’s a zero calorie sweetener—you can enjoy sweets guilt-free.
• It’s a natural sweetener, made from stevia leaves, not artificial.
• Works as a great sugar substitute in all Indian sweets.
• Easy to use in everyday cooking with Stevia sugar-free powder.
• Suitable for diabetics, weight-watchers, and families who want healthier options.

 

Final Thoughts

Festivals are about love, joy, and togetherness, and sweets are a huge part of that. With Stevia sugar, you don’t have to miss out on the mithai you love. These recipes show that with a natural sweetener, you can keep the traditional taste alive while making it healthier.

So, go ahead and celebrate this festive season with ladoos, barfis, and pedas—all made with Stevia sugar-free powder. Your taste buds and your health will thank you!

FAQs

1. What makes Stevia sugar better than regular sugar?
It’s a natural sweetener and a zero calorie sweetener, so it doesn’t add calories or spike blood sugar.

2. Can I use Stevia sugar-free powder in every mithai recipe?
Yes! From ladoos to kheer, it works as a perfect sugar substitute.

3. Is Stevia safe for diabetics?
Yes, it’s a safe option because it doesn’t raise blood sugar levels.

4. Does Stevia sugar taste different?
Not really. It tastes quite close to regular sugar.

5. Can kids have sweets made with Stevia sugar?
Yes, it’s safe for kids and adults alike.

6. How do I store Stevia sugar-free powder?
Keep it in a cool, dry place—just like you’d store normal sugar.