Tea-Time Delights: Traditional Snacks from Baanali to Savor with Every Sip

Tea-Time Delights: Traditional Snacks from Baanali to Savor with Every Sip

Tea time is more than just a routine; it’s an experience—a moment to unwind and enjoy delicious snacks that perfectly complement your steaming cup of chai. At Baanali, we bring you authentic homemade snacks that evoke nostalgia and satisfy your cravings. Here’s a list of our best-selling tea-time snacks that will add a crunchy, spicy, and sweet twist to your chai moments.

1. Murukulu (Chakli) – Crispy Perfection

Murukulu, also known as Chakli, is a spiral-shaped deep-fried snack made from rice flour and lentils. With its crunchy texture and mildly spiced flavor, it pairs wonderfully with a hot cup of tea, making it a timeless favorite in every Telugu household.

2. Chekodilu – The Perfect Crunch

Chekodilu, also called Ring Murukku, is a crispy snack with a unique ring shape. Prepared using rice flour, sesame seeds, and a hint of spice, this snack is perfect for munching during tea breaks.

3. Nippattu – South India’s Favorite Crispy Treat

Nippattu is a crispy and flavorful rice flour cracker infused with peanuts, sesame, and a mix of spices. Its crunchy bite and nutty taste make it an irresistible tea-time snack.

4. Gavvalu – A Sweet Nostalgia

Gavvalu, meaning ‘shells’ in Telugu, are small, deep-fried sweets coated with jaggery. The perfect combination of crunch and sweetness makes them a delightful addition to your chai-time.

5. Karapoosa – Spicy and Addictive

If you love spicy snacks, Karapoosa is a must-try! Made with gram flour and a blend of fiery spices, it offers the right balance of heat and crunch. It’s a perfect match for your evening cup of masala chai.

6. Masala Boondi – Tiny Flavor Bombs

Masala Boondi is a flavorful and crunchy snack made from fried gram flour pearls tossed with spices. It can be enjoyed as is or added to curd for a refreshing twist.

7. Kajjikayalu – Sweet Bliss

Kajjikayalu is a traditional Andhra sweet stuffed with coconut, jaggery, and cardamom, deep-fried to golden perfection. Pair it with filter coffee or tea for a truly divine experience.

8. Janthikalu – A Telugu Classic

Janthikalu, a popular Andhra-style crispy snack, is made using rice flour and urad dal. With its signature crunch and mildly spicy flavor, it’s an ideal tea-time munchie.

9. Bellam Gavvalu – Jaggery-Coated Goodness

Bellam Gavvalu is a variation of the classic Gavvalu, where crispy fried shells are coated in thick jaggery syrup, offering a caramelized sweetness that melts in your mouth.

Why Choose Baanali’s Homemade Snacks?

·         Authentic Flavors – Made with traditional recipes that retain the taste of home

·         100% Natural Ingredients – No preservatives, just pure homemade goodness

·         Perfect Tea-Time Companions – Snacks that pair beautifully with your daily chai

·         Handmade with Love – Crafted in small batches to maintain quality and freshness.

Order Your Favorite Tea-Time Snacks Today!

Craving something crunchy, spicy, or sweet? Baanali brings you handmade, traditional, and authentic Telugu snacks delivered straight to your doorstep. Whether you love crispy Murukulu, spicy Karapoosa, or sweet Bellam Gavvalu, we have something for everyone.

 Order Now at www.baanali.in and make every chai-time special!

 

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