What You Need to Know
Diwali sweets involve caramelization of sucrose, Maillard reactions during flour roasting, starch gelatinization in batter, and fat crystallization in ghee-based confections. Controlled frying temperatures and syrup concentrations dictate moisture retention and texture, while the crystallization of milk fat stabilizes mouthfeel.
The Science
Primary Reaction
Caramelization of sucrose