Diamond Biscuits | Sweet Maida Biscuits | Kalakala | Shakarpara | Kids Snack Recipe | TipyTops

Diamond Biscuits, also known as Sweet Maida Biscuits, Kalakala, or Shakarpara, are one of the most popular traditional homemade snacks enjoyed across India 😍. These crispy, crunchy diamond-shaped biscuits are especially loved by children and are often prepared during festivals, holidays, and special occasions.

Ingredients

• Maida (All-purpose flour) – 1½ cups

• Sugar – ½ cup

• Salt – ¼ tsp

• Ghee – 3 tbsp

• Oil – for deep frying

• Water – ½ glass

Preparation Method 👩‍🍳

"Yaan Petra Inbam Peruga Ivvaiyagam"

(Let's the World get the same Bliss that I got from our lord)

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Made with simple pantry ingredients like maida, sugar, and ghee, these biscuits are easy to prepare at home and taste absolutely delicious 🍽️✨. Perfect as a tea-time snack or an after-school treat for kids!

In this recipe, let’s see how to make crispy Diamond Biscuits at home in a few easy steps.

Preparing the Sugar Powder

In a mixer jar, add ½ cup of sugar.

Grind it into a fine powder and keep aside.

Making the Dough

In a wide bowl, sieve 1½ cups of maida using a strainer.

Add the ground sugar powder and 3 tablespoons of ghee.

Note: Adding ghee is very important as it helps make the biscuits crispy. Without ghee, the biscuits may turn hard.

Add ¼ tsp of salt and mix everything well.

Add water little by little and form a thick dough.

Knead the dough well for 3–5 minutes.

Once done, add a little ghee and spread it all over the dough.

Close with a lid and rest the dough for 5–10 minutes.

Shaping the Diamond Biscuits

After resting, place the dough on a clean working surface.

Knead it well and divide the dough into three portions.

Sprinkle some flour and roll the dough into a thick sheet.

Once rolled, cut the dough into straight strips.

Then cut the strips crosswise to form diamond shapes.

Ensure all pieces are of similar size.

Repeat the same process with the remaining dough portions.

Collect all the cut diamond pieces on a plate.

Frying the Biscuits

Heat a kadai and pour the required amount of oil.

Once the oil is hot enough, gently drop the diamond pieces slowly.

Deep fry on medium-low flame, turning in between for even cooking.

Once the biscuits turn golden and crispy, remove them from the oil.

Fry the remaining pieces in the same manner.

That’s it! Your crispy, crunchy Diamond Biscuits are ready💛 🍪✨

Serving Suggestions 🍽️

Enjoy these homemade Diamond Biscuits:

• As a tea-time snack ☕

• As a festive sweet treat 🎉

• As a crunchy snack for kids 👧🧒

Store in an airtight container and enjoy for several days 😋✨

Final Note ❤️

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