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    Sweet Diamond Cuts

    Last Updated On: Oct 8, 2024 by Sharmilee J

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    Sweet Diamond Cuts are made using a simple dough cut into diamonds, deep fried until crisp then tossed in powdered sugar. Also known as maida sweet biscuits or diamond cuts it is one of the easy snacks that you can make for festivals like Diwali. Learn to make Sweet Diamond Cuts with step by step pictures and video.

    sweet diamond cuts in a yellow color bowl

    Sweet Diamond Cuts is very easy to make and I love the whole process especially cutting them into diamonds with a special cutter. I always struggle cutting diamond shapes so I usually rehearse the pattern once in a paper sounds silly?! yes trust me I do it every time I have to cut them into diamonds even for kaju katli I did that.

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    • Sweet Diamond Cuts Video
    • Sweet Diamond Cuts Ingredients
    • How to make Sweet Diamond Cuts Step by Step
    • Expert Tips
    • Serving & Storage
    • FAQS
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    About Sweet Diamond Cuts

    Sweet Diamond Cuts are made using flour, powdered sugar, ghee, salt and oil. A simple dough is made with flour, powdered sugar, salt and ghee then cut into diamonds and deep fried. Finally the diamond cuts are tossed in powdered sugar which tastes so good.

    Diamond cuts are very easy to make that even beginners can try. Diamond cuts can be made in 2 versions spicy diamond cuts and sweet diamond cuts. Both are addictive and great as a tea time snack.

    You can use maida or wheat flour for these diamond cuts. If you are looking for a healthy alternate then use wheat flour and I am sure it won’t disappoint you. I have tried with wheat flour and it turned out great.

    sweet diamond cuts in a yellow color bowl

    Sweet Diamond Cuts Video

    Sweet Diamond Cuts can be made easily and quickly so suitable to make for snacks or any festivals. I have seen some recipes using sugar syrup for coating the diamond cuts but amma makes it this way so I am used to it.

    Also the sugar syrup coating method needs some practice and expertise to get the perfect consistency so I would prefer this method as its easy and suitable for all. I have given the detailed method and measures in FAQS section.

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    Sweet Diamond Cuts Ingredients

    • Flour – Traditionally maida is used for diamond cuts so I used the same. But you can replace it with half and half of wheat flour and maida too.
    • Sugar – Grind granulated sugar to a fine powder and use it.
    • Ghee – Ghee adds a great texture to the biscuits so do not skip it. It adds a melt in the mouth like texture.
    • Oil – Use any cooking oil for deep frying or peanut oil.
    • Salt – Salt is added to lift the sweetness.
    ingredients needed to make sweet diamond cuts

    Diamond Cutter

    A specially designed cutter is used for making diamond cuts but you can very well use your pizza cutter or a normal knife to make this. The cutter has one side spoon and other side a wheel with designed edges, you can see that in my step wise pictures, now its widely available in markets which can be used for somas too.

    You can alternatively use pizza cutter or a sharp knife too.

    sweet diamond cuts steps

    How to make Sweet Diamond Cuts Step by Step

    1.To a mixing bowl add 1 cup maida, 2 tablespoon powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon melted ghee, a pinch of salt.

    add flour, sugar and ghee

    2.Mix this well first then add water little by little.

    mix well, add water

    3.Start kneading.

    knead it

    4.Knead to a soft non sticky dough like this.

    soft pliable dough

    5.Keep it covered for 10 – 15 minutes.

    rest for 10 mins

    6.After 10 minutes knead it once again.

    knead again

    7.Roll into lemon sized balls and flatten it slightly.

    roll into balls

    8.Dust flour place a ball and roll into slightly thin disc like chapathi. It should be slightly thin like this.

    roll thin

    9.First cut vertically using the diamond cutter or pizza cutter. Now cut horizontally to get diamonds like this.

    cut using cutter

    10.Separate them. Do not worry if it sticks, when we fry in oil it gets separated easily.

    separate the diamonds

    11.Heat oil – check by adding a small piece, it it comes up immediately then oil is ready.

    check by adding in oil

    12.Add few at a time. Once it rises up flip over to fry evenly.

    add in batches

    13.Fry until golden color and bubbles stops.

    fry until golden

    14.Drain excess oil and remove using a ladle.

    drain excess oil and remove

    15.Repeat to finish. Add 1/4 cup powdered sugar.

    sprinkle powdered sugar

    16.Toss it well until evenly coated.

    toss until evenly coated

    Store in airtight container and enjoy!

    Expert Tips

    • You can use any roller knife / pizza cuter or even a simple knife to cut them into diamonds.
    • Make sure you knead a soft pliable dough not too loose. If its too loose then add little maida to get a tight dough more like chapathi dough. While rolling dust flour to avoid sticking.
    • You can use a metal spatula to separate and gather the diamonds.
    • As sugar is added in the dough, the biscuits gets browned faster so make sure to keep in low medium flame while frying.
    • You can even use half and half of wheat and maida flour.
    • You can even add a tiny pinch of cardamom powder or any mild essence for extra flavor. I love it plain.

    Serving & Storage

    Sweet Diamond cuts keeps well in room temperature for about 10-15 days. Make sure you store in an airtight container.

    FAQS

    1.I don’t have the cutter, Can I make diamond cuts?

    Yes you can make diamond cuts without using the cutter, you can use a sharp knife to cut diamonds too.

    2.Is it a must to add sugar to the dough?

    No if you prefer you can skip powdered sugar to add in the dough and just toss it finally.

    3.Can I coat the diamond cuts in sugar syrup?

    Yes you can do it alternative to tossing it with powdered sugar. Take 1/3 cup sugar, 2 tablespoon water and heat it up until 1 string consistency then add the fried diamond cuts and mix it well.

    Sweet Diamond Cuts in a yellow bowl

    If you have any more questions about this Sweet Diamond Cuts Recipe do mail me at sharmispassions@gmail.com. In addition, follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest ,Youtube and Twitter .

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    Sweet Diamond Cuts Recipe

    Spicy Diamond Cuts are made using a simple dough cut into diamonds, deep fried until crisp then tossed in powdered sugar. Also known as maida sweet biscuits or diamond cuts it is one of the easy snacks that you can make for festivals like Diwali. Learn to make Sweet Diamond Cuts with step by step pictures and video.
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time30 minutes mins
    Total Time40 minutes mins
    Servings3 people
    AuthorSharmilee J

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup maida
    • 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoon powdered sugar
    • 1 tablespoon melted ghee
    • a tiny pinch of salt
    • water as needed
    • oil to deep fry

    Instructions

    • To a mixing bowl add 1 cup maida, 2 tablespoon powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon melted ghee, a pinch of salt.
    • Mix this well first then add water little by little.
    • Start kneading.
    • Knead to a soft non sticky dough like this.
    • Keep it covered for 10 – 15 minutes.
    • After 10 minutes knead it once again.
    • Roll into lemon sized balls and flatten it slightly.
    • Dust flour place a ball and roll into slightly thin disc like chapathi. It should be slightly thin like this.
    • First cut vertically using the diamond cutter or pizza cutter. Now cut horizontally to get diamonds like this.
    • Separate them. Do not worry if it sticks, when we fry in oil it gets separated easily.
    • Heat oil – check by adding a small piece, it it comes up immediately then oil is ready.
    • Add few at a time. Once it rises up flip over to fry evenly.
    • Fry until golden color and bubbles stops.
    • Drain excess oil and remove using a ladle.
    • Repeat to finish. Add 1/4 cup powdered sugar.
    • Toss it well until evenly coated.
    • Store in airtight container and enjoy!

    Video

    Notes

    • You can use any roller knife / pizza cuter or even a simple knife to cut them into diamonds.
    • Make sure you knead a soft pliable dough not too loose. If its too loose then add little maida to get a tight dough more like chapathi dough. While rolling dust flour to avoid sticking.
    • You can use a metal spatula to separate and gather the diamonds.
    • As sugar is added in the dough, the biscuits gets browned faster so make sure to keep in low medium flame while frying.
    • You can even use half and half of wheat and maida flour.
    • You can even add a tiny pinch of cardamom powder or any mild essence for extra flavor. I love it plain.
    Nutrition Facts
    Sweet Diamond Cuts Recipe
    Amount Per Serving (75 g)
    Calories 270 Calories from Fat 54
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 6g9%
    Saturated Fat 1g6%
    Trans Fat 0.01g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
    Monounsaturated Fat 3g
    Cholesterol 4mg1%
    Sodium 144mg6%
    Potassium 42mg1%
    Carbohydrates 50g17%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 20g22%
    Protein 5g10%
    Vitamin A 1IU0%
    Calcium 7mg1%
    Iron 0.4mg2%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Filed Under: Diwali, Diwali Special, Indian Sweets, Kids Recipes, RandomPosts, Recently Updated, Teatime snacks

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    Comments

    1. tinku shaji

      October 07, 2013 at 5:19 am

      Wow such a quick and easy snack. Looks so good

      Reply
    2. Sona S

      October 07, 2013 at 5:50 am

      yummy maida cuts.

      Reply
    3. சாருஸ்ரீராஜ்

      October 07, 2013 at 5:51 am

      my kids favourite.so cute diamonds with zigzag

      Reply
    4. GK Arusuvai

      October 07, 2013 at 6:04 am

      Looks simple yet yummy……will bookmark for diwali. Tq for sharing

      Reply
    5. Kavitha

      October 07, 2013 at 6:31 am

      Favourite for me and my brother. I learnt to cook these when I was in High school itself to satisfy our craving when mom's not around. It is quick and tasty and can't stop munching them 🙂 I am preparing them now for my little son too. I did cook this in the morning which is making me to eat them right away 🙂 Pictures r drool worthy 🙂 Nice job !

      Reply
    6. Raks anand

      October 07, 2013 at 9:06 am

      I too like the same about making this diamond cuts as you have said. Loved the pics and props

      Reply
    7. Arthy Suman

      October 07, 2013 at 9:12 am

      lovely preparation…..crunchy and yummy

      Reply
    8. FunFoodand Frolic

      October 07, 2013 at 11:52 am

      amazing…will try this recipe..thnks

      Reply
    9. Yes Cook

      October 07, 2013 at 3:13 pm

      This brings back lots of childhood memories.
      Love the pattern used,
      Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    10. Vanamala Hebbar

      October 07, 2013 at 3:24 pm

      Nice..i too make this often..

      Reply
    11. saigeetha pai

      October 07, 2013 at 4:39 pm

      Hi Sharmilee,I tried this today.This is such an easy peasy recipe,came out very good.Thank you so much for the recipe 🙂

      Reply
    12. gayathri

      October 07, 2013 at 5:15 pm

      Quite addictive

      Reply
    13. Priya Suresh

      October 07, 2013 at 7:57 pm

      Very crispy and addictive diamond cuts.

      Reply
    14. Medini ツ

      October 10, 2013 at 9:52 am

      reading this i tried making spicy version of it, with salt and pepper pwoder instead of sugar, it was yummyyy..thank u 🙂

      Reply
    15. Sakthi's Special

      October 11, 2013 at 2:01 am

      My favorite snacks !!!

      Reply
    16. veena

      October 13, 2013 at 5:53 am

      wow yummy …… I am going to try this today….
      yesterday I tried ur eggless sponge cake it was so soft , spongy and tasty .. everyone in my family like that… specially my little baby… Thanks a lot sharmi for posting this recipe…
      I have a request pls try to post plum cake recipe…. I saw this cake in many sites but ur step by step explanation and measurement is good and accurate i.e., I am requesting u…. thank u

      Reply
    17. veena

      October 14, 2013 at 10:37 am

      Hi Sharmi
      I tried ur eggless christmas cake ….
      It was awesome……. superb cake kudos to you sharmi…
      Thank u ….

      Reply
    18. Yep Rashida !!!

      October 22, 2013 at 12:10 pm

      Sharmila jee, what is meaning of – Sugar – 1/4 cup minus 1 tbsp???

      Cant wait to try this recipe

      Reply
    19. SHARMILEE J

      October 23, 2013 at 2:07 pm

      It means take 1/4 cup sugar and remove 1 tbsp from it

      Reply
    20. rajesh

      October 25, 2013 at 6:26 am

      Looks so yummyy!!!!!

      Reply
    21. Kannan Venkatraman

      October 31, 2013 at 12:05 pm

      nice.though i am a male of 60 years i like doing different snacks for my own.every aspect is very useful.keep it up.

      Reply
    22. Suganyaa vasanth

      February 25, 2014 at 9:52 am

      whether we can use egg white for diamond cuts

      Reply
      • SHARMILEE J

        February 25, 2014 at 3:44 pm

        Egg white….As per my recipe, there is no egg white used

        Reply
    23. Preeti Maduri

      September 25, 2014 at 7:30 am

      it was so yummy.. such a good and easy snack recipe…. I luv it… and I tried with the salt instead of sugar it was good.. butt sugar one was better than that.. thank u for such a good recipe…

      Reply
    24. Simby

      December 11, 2014 at 10:19 am

      Hi. Can I use egg in this recipe? How do I go abt it? Thanks.

      Reply
      • SHARMILEE J

        December 14, 2014 at 3:35 pm

        There is actually no need of egg in this recipe…..

        Reply
    25. Sonia Stalance

      December 26, 2015 at 5:08 pm

      Mom prepared these Diamond Biscuits and it came out really well. Thanks for the recipe 🙂

      Reply
    26. usha

      May 13, 2016 at 4:44 pm

      How can I get crispy. Iam not getting why

      Reply
    27. yoga

      March 22, 2017 at 4:38 pm

      i like sweet cut recipes but i how to prepare

      Reply
    28. Thomas

      August 17, 2017 at 2:50 pm

      Great post! Have nice day ! 🙂 enukd

      Reply
    29. Aparnaa Philips

      July 04, 2018 at 6:13 pm

      Making it as I read the article., it’s an all time fav.. making them for my kiddos now!!!

      Reply
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