Winters have already knocked on our doors! And in this chilly weather, our taste buds crave more and more sweets. But if you are a diet conscious person and want to satisfy your cravings, grab some Gajak -- a pure winter delicacy for sweet lovers. Gajak, chikki, or patti is the most famous winter sweet originating from north-central India. It is a dry sweet made of sesame seeds or peanuts and jaggery.

The til is cooked in raw sugar syrup and set in thin layers, making it a dessert that can be stored for months. The reason, it is a famous winter sweet is because of its ingredients -- sesame seeds, dry fruits and jaggery that keeps one's body warm and cozy. There are a variety of these mouth-watering Gajaks of all over India.