Mudhi Lai

Mudhi Lai is a beloved Bihari treat made with puffed rice (mudhi) and molten jaggery. Shaped into crunchy, sweet balls, they bring back the essence of rural Bihar. These guilt-free sweets are handmade using fresh jaggery and locally sourced rice, making them a simple yet wholesome snack.

Mudhi Lai (also called Ram Dana Lai or Puffed Rice Ladoos) is a traditional Bihar snack combining puffed rice, melted jaggery, and ghee. Formed into seasoned rounds or bite-size balls, it’s a nostalgic, energy-packed treat often enjoyed during Chhath and winter festivals.

Why You’ll Love It

• Pure & Simple Ingredients: Combines puffed rice (mudhi), jaggery, and a hint of ghee and cardamom for natural sweetness and aroma .

• Festive & Wholesome: Ideal for festivals like Chhath Puja, winter mornings with chai, or as a guilt-free snack.

• Energy-Rich & Nourishing: Provides a light and filling boost—perfect for kids, elders, and on-the-go moments.

• Hand-pressed & Crafted with Love: Each piece is made fresh daily and shaped using minimal heat to preserve nutrients and flavor.

Ingredients

• Puffed rice (murmura/mudhi)

• Jaggery (gur)

• Ghee (clarified butter)

• Cardamom powder

• Optional: crushed peanuts or sesame seeds

Allergen Info: Contains dairy; may contain traces of peanuts.

Usage & Storage

1. Cool completely before sealing in an airtight container.

2. Store in a cool, dry place, away from heat and moisture.

3. Stay fresh and flavorful for 15–25 days, depending on storage conditions.

4. Serve with chai, use for light snacking, or include in festive prasad boxes.

How It’s Made

1. Roasting: Lightly toast puffed rice for crispness (heat kept minimal).

2. Jaggery Syrup: Melt jaggery with ghee and water till it reaches a softball stage—add cardamom for aroma.

3. Mix & Mold: Combine puffed rice (and optional nuts/seeds) into syrup, quickly shape into balls or slabs.

4. Cool & Pack: Allow to set and firm up before packaging.

Taste Notes

• Crunchy texture with chewy, warming sweetness

• Earthy jaggery sweetness, enhanced by the aroma of cardamom

• Balances light puffed rice with a comforting, hearty taste.