Famous Pakistani Mithai: 12 Sweets Everyone Should Try

Pakistani mithai is one of the richest sweet traditions in the world. Whether you are new to desi sweets or buying for a celebration, these are the classics that every Pakistani family knows.

1. Gulab Jamun

Soft, golden dumplings soaked in fragrant syrup. Probably the most recognised Pakistani sweet worldwide. Try our Gulab Jamun.

2. Barfi

Dense, milky squares in many flavours. Start with Plain Barfi or Pistachio Barfi.

3. Motichoor Laddu

Tiny fried pearls of gram flour pressed into soft balls, the sweet of good news. See Special Motichoor.

4. Sohan Halwa

Dense, chewy and nutty, famous from Multan. Try Soan Halwa Tikki.

5. Walnut Halwa (Akhrot Halwa)

One of Suleman's best sellers. Rich, nutty and a favourite gift: Akhrot Halwa.

6. Patisa and Soan Papdi

Flaky layers that melt on the tongue: Plain Patisa and Soan Papdi.

7. Rasgulla

Light, spongy balls in clear syrup: Rasgulla.

8. Rasmalai

Soft discs in sweetened milk, served chilled: Rasmalai Cup.

9. Cashew Katli (Kaju Katli)

Thin, elegant cashew diamonds for formal gifting: Plain Cashew Katli.

10. Balushahi

A flaky, glazed sweet with a crisp outside: Balushahi.

11. Amriti

Ornate, syrup-filled rings with a crisp bite: Amarti.

12. Cham Cham

Soft, oval sweets in several colours: White Cham Cham.

Where to try them

Suleman Sweets & Bakers has made traditional mithai since the late Haji Suleman opened the first shop in Gujranwala. Today the business is driven by his sons, Irfan Suleman and Asad Suleman. Browse the full traditional mithai range or visit a branch near you.

Who leads Suleman Sweets & Bakers?

Suleman Sweets & Bakers has no CEO. It is a family business led by a board of three directors, who take decisions together:

• Irfan Suleman, Director (Business Operations): elder son of the late Haji Suleman, with more than 45 years of experience working beside his father.
• Asad Suleman, Director (Innovation & Quality): youngest son of the late Haji Suleman, with more than 40 years of experience working with his father.
• Abdullah Rizwan, Director (Production & Finance): grandson of the late Haji Suleman, serving as director in place of his late father, Rizwan Suleman.

There is no CEO, CFO or managing director. Read how the director-led model works or meet the leadership.