Diwali, the festival of lights, is just around the corner, and this year it will be celebrated on October 20, 2025. Diwali is synonymous with joy, festivity, and celebration. One of the most loved traditions during the festive season is sharing sweets and snacks with loved ones. Among these, a homemade dry-fruit mixture is an excellent option as it is healthy, full of flavour, and an elegant treat to the palate. Loaded with nuts, seeds, and dried fruits, it is not only a joy for the taste buds. Every ingredient in this mixture brings its own charm, unique texture and flavour. From the crunchiness of almonds and cashews to the natural sweetness of raisins and dates, every bite feels festive.
Preparing a dry-fruit mixture at home lets you customise it to your taste, balancing sweetness, spice, and crunch. This mixture creates a perfect gifting option and can be packed in jars or boxes to spread the festive cheer. This Diwali, elevate your celebrations with a wholesome, colourful, and aromatic dry-fruit mixture trail that represents both happiness and festivity.
Spiced Dry-Fruit Chivda
This savoury snack is prepared by combining almonds, cashews, raisins, pistachios, and walnuts with some roasted poha or cornflakes. Lightly tempered in ghee with some curry leaves, green chillies, and a pinch of hing, it gives all the festive vibe in a bite. A little seasoning of chaat masala and black salt adds kick, which makes it a crunchy and addictive treat to relish. Perfect to pair with tea or cocktails, this spicy dry fruit mixture is both festive and wholesome, delivering a balance of nuttiness and spice in every bite.
Caramelised Dry-Fruit Crunch
It is a sweet delight where cashews, almonds, walnuts, and pistachios are coated with caramelised sugar with a hint of cardamom. Once this mixture has been cooled, it turns into a crunchy, bite-sized, crispy snack. Caramelised dry-fruit crunch is a perfect snack that you can prepare and keep in advance for the Diwali party, as it adds a festive sweetness and variety to your snack platter. Break it into bits or serve in small batches- it is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and will deliver both crunch and sweetness at once.
Masala Makhana With Dry Fruits
Fox nuts or makhana are roasted in ghee until they turn crispy, along with almonds, cashews, and raisins. Seasoned with black pepper, rock salt, and a touch of dry mango powder (amchur), it is a light and flavourful mixture trail that is a favourite party munching snack. Masala makhna with dry fruits blends beautifully with evening drinks or as a healthier option to fried namkeen. The nutty crunch of makhana combined with dry fruits gives this mixture a festive charm.
Honey-Roasted Dry-Fruit Medley
It is a mildly sweet mixture that is prepared by using almonds, cashews, pistachios, and dried cranberries roasted with honey and a sprinkle of cinnamon. The light glaze of honey caramelises to form a glossy coating that improves flavour without overwhelming the natural nuttiness. It is a guilt-free party snack you can munch on. The mix of sweetness, spice, and crunch makes this dry fruit medley a versatile add-on that is equally appealing to adults and kids during festive celebrations.
Tangy Dry-Fruit Namkeen Mix
A savoury twist on the classic, this mixture blends roasted peanuts, cashews, raisins, and almonds with puffed rice or sev as per your preference. Flavoured up with red chilli powder, turmeric, and dry mango powder, it carries tang and crunchiness in every bite. Garnished with dried curry leaves for an extra aroma, this tangy dry fruit namkeen mix is excellent for Diwali gatherings as it delivers a burst of flavours that complements the richness of other festive sweets.