Mysore Pak ( Soft )

Mysore Pak traces its roots to the royal kitchens of the Mysore Palace in Karnataka, India. Legend has it that in the early 20th century, the Maharaja of Mysore, Krishna Raja Wadiyar IV, requested his chief chef, Kakasura Madappa, to craft a unique dessert. In response, Madappa concocted a simple yet delightful sweet using gram flour, ghee, and sugar. When the Maharaja inquired about this new creation, Madappa spontaneously named it 'Mysore Pak,' with 'Pak' deriving from the Kannada word 'Paka,' meaning a sweet concoction. The Maharaja was so enamored with the sweet that he encouraged Madappa to offer it to the public, leading to the establishment of the now-famous Guru Sweets in Mysore.

Mysore Pak boasts a rich, melt-in-the-mouth texture that distinguishes it from other confections. The soft variant is especially renowned for its velvety consistency, achieved by the generous incorporation of ghee. Its flavor profile harmoniously balances the nutty essence of roasted gram flour with the caramelized sweetness of sugar, culminating in a luxurious taste experience. Traditionally, Mysore Pak is presented as golden-yellow rectangular pieces, often garnished with a light drizzle of ghee or adorned with slivers of almonds or pistachios to enhance its visual appeal and add a subtle crunch.

Mysore Pak is best enjoyed fresh within a day at room temperature. If refrigerated, it can stay fresh for 3-5 days. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. If refrigerated, allow it to come to room temperature for about 10-15 minutes before serving to experience its optimal texture and flavor.

Gram flour, Ghee, Sugar, Cardamom, Nuts like almonds or pistachios for garnishing

Our team at MithaiCana takes pride in crafting each Mysore Pak with authentic Mysore sweet-making techniques. We ensure that every piece reaches your doorstep fresh and delicious, maintaining the same quality you'd expect when visiting our stores. Available in convenient pack sizes of 250g, 500g, and 1kg, you can enjoy this traditional Mysore delight at the same price as our store. Experience the authentic taste of Mysore at MithaiCana Bangalore (Jayanagar, Marathahalli, Panathur, Kormanagala ).