Special Mysore Pak

Special Mysore Pak traces its roots to the royal kitchens of Mysore, Karnataka. In the early 20th century, during the reign of Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV, the royal chef Kakasura Madappa crafted this delicacy by combining gram flour, ghee, and sugar. This creation delighted the Maharaja, leading to its christening as "Mysore Pak," with "Pak" denoting a sweet concoction in Kannada. Over time, this sweet has become integral to South Indian festivals and celebrations, symbolizing the rich culinary heritage of the region.

Special Mysore Pak boasts a rich, melt-in-the-mouth texture, achieved by the generous use of pure ghee. Its golden hue and porous structure are indicative of its quality and traditional preparation methods. The initial bite offers a delicate crumble, releasing a harmonious blend of sweetness and the nutty flavor of roasted gram flour, followed by the luxurious mouthfeel of ghee. This sweet is typically cut into rectangular pieces and is best enjoyed fresh, often garnished with a light dusting of powdered sugar or adorned with slivers of almonds or pistachios for added elegance.

Special 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 (besan)
Sugar
Ghee
Our team at MithaiCana takes pride in crafting each Special Mysore Pak with authentic Mysorean 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 Mysorean delight at the same price as our store. Experience the authentic taste of Mysore at MithaiCana Bangalore (Jayanagar, Marathahalli).