Gaya Sugar Tilkut is a famous traditional sweet from Gaya (Bihar), especially popular during Makar Sankranti.
- Gaya Sugar Tilkut is a crispy sweet made mainly from sesame seeds (til) and sugar. It is thinner and crunchier than jaggery tilkut and has a delicate, papdi-like texture.
Main Ingredients
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White sesame seeds (Til)
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Sugar (chashni)
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Sometimes a little khoya or cardamom for flavor
Why Gaya Tilkut is Special
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Gaya has dry winter weather, perfect for making tilkut paper-thin
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Prepared using traditional wooden mallets (musal)
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Known for its crispness and purity
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Often called “Tilkut of Gaya – GI-style heritage sweet”
Health Benefits
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Sesame seeds are rich in calcium, iron, and healthy fats
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Provides warmth and energy in winter
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Good for digestion and joint health
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Natural source of antioxidants
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