Mathura Peda

Famous sacred sweet from the holy city of Mathura

About Mathura Peda

:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} is a world-famous sweet originating from Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. It is made from khoya and sugar, and is widely offered as prasad in temples dedicated to Lord Krishna.

Ingredients

Khoya

Thickened milk base for rich taste

Sugar

For sweetness and texture

Ghee

Used for roasting and aroma

Cardamom

Gives traditional fragrance and flavor

Recipe

Roast Khoya

Cook khoya in ghee until it turns golden brown.

Add Sugar

Mix sugar and cardamom for sweetness.

Shape Pedas

Form small round sweet balls while warm.

Cool & Serve

Let them set and serve as prasad or dessert.

Quick Facts

Origin

Mathura, Uttar Pradesh

Type

Traditional Sweet / Prasad

Made From

Khoya & sugar

Associated With

Lord Krishna Temples

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