2 Diwali Special Snacks With A Cheesy Twist For Your Festive Parties

Turn up the festive spirit on your Diwali menu with these two innovative fusion recipes with the added creaminess of cheese.

Britannia The Laughing Cow

Updated Oct 30, 2024, 09:40 PM IST

Diwali is one of the most awaited festivals in India and a time of celebration and togetherness. It’s the perfect time to meet with friends and family and try out some tasty recipes to impress your guests. For the celebration, quick finger foods with a desi twist are the go-to choices, but for an extra special touch, add in the goodness of Britannia The Laughing Cow Cheese.

This Diwali, elevate your snack table with two indulgent recipes—Cheesy Masala Papad and Aloo Cheese Naan—that combine familiar flavours with a rich, cheesy twist. Perfect for your Diwali platter, these dishes offer the right balance of crunch and comfort, making them the ideal accompaniment to the festivities.

Cheesy Masala Papad - Serves 6

Prep Time: 10 minutes, Cooking Time: 5 minutes

Crispy papad is the perfect partner for evening drinks and with the addition of cheese, it becomes an exciting fusion of flavours.

Ingredients

Quantity	Ingredients
6	Papads
100 g	Britannia The Laughing Cow Cheese Block, grated
2 tbsp	Onions, finely chopped
2 tbsp	Deseeded tomatoes, finely chopped
1 tbsp	Green chillies, finely chopped
1 tbsp	Coriander leaves, finely chopped
1 tsp	Red chilli flakes
1 tsp	Chaat masala
1 tbsp	Butter, melted

Method

Roast the papads on an open flame or a microwave until they are crispy. Set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the chopped onions, tomatoes, green chillies, and coriander leaves.
Brush each papad lightly with melted butter to add richness.
Sprinkle the grated Britannia The Laughing Cow Cheese Block evenly across the roasted papads.
Season with red chilli flakes and chaat masala for extra flavour.
Serve immediately while the papads are crispy, topped with an extra sprinkle of fresh coriander.

Aloo Cheese Naan - Serves 4

Prep Time: 15 minutes, Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Naan is often seen as a side for curries, but this recipe is perfect to enjoy on its own too!

Ingredients

Quantity	Ingredients
2 cups	All-purpose flour
1 cup	Potatoes, boiled and mashed
100 g	Britannia The Laughing Cow Cheese Block, grated
1 tsp	Baking powder
1 tsp	Sugar
2 tbsp	Yoghurt
1 tbsp	utter, melted
1 tsp	Salt
2 tbsp	Coriander, finely chopped
1 tsp	Red chilli powder
1 tsp	Garam masala
As needed	Oil or butter

Method

In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Add the yogurt and knead the mixture into a soft dough. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
In another bowl, mix the mashed potatoes, grated Britannia The Laughing Cow Cheese Block, coriander, red chilli powder, and garam masala to form the filling.
Divide the dough into small balls. Roll out each ball into a small disc, place a spoonful of the potato and cheese mixture in the centre, and fold the dough to seal the filling.
Gently roll out the filled dough into a naan shape.
Heat a pan on medium heat and cook the naan for 2-3 minutes on each side, brushing with butter, until golden brown and puffed.
Serve the Aloo Cheese Naan hot with a side of chutney or enjoy it as part of your festive platter.

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