Top South Indian Snacks for Cozy Winter Evenings

Winter has finally arrived! Be it waking up in cozy blankets to freezing mornings or sipping your first coffee of the day, ‘tis the season of cold breeze and warm sweaters, of walking around in long socks. Winters feel great with a plate of heart-warming evening snacks, south Indian richness that pack traditional flavours and joy for you and your loved ones.

Memories like these often begin in the kitchen. Nothing feels better than waking up from a lazy afternoon nap to the warm embrace of filter kaapi brewing with a lingering sense of sweetness, and sitting around with your loved ones as plates of murukku and banana chips travel the room. 

Winter evenings are meant for winding down, savouring moments, and enjoying life’s simple pleasures. Whether it's reminiscing about old memories or making new ones, these moments come to a complete circle only when they are accompanied by the satisfying crunch of traditional, handcrafted delicacies, with recipes like stories, passed down from generations, making each bite a piece of history and comfort.

With Sweet Karam Coffee’s list of best snacks for cold weather, you are sure to have a feast full of authentic and mouth-watering treats to cozy-up your chilly evenings. Make sure to check out our Paati’s top picks and treat yourself and your loved ones with a wide range of our winter time snacks to enjoy the perfect winter night at home, and let the flavours bring warmth to your next gathering.

Make your pick from our range of delicious winter evening snacks to get the party started!

1) Kai Murukku (South Indian Chakli)

This south Indian Chakli is one of the staple evening winter snacks and a great way to start your evening on a crunchy note. Made from rice flour, urad dal, and butter, with a seasoning of spices, Kai Murukku, is more than just a snack; it's a journey into the heart of South Indian culinary heritage. 

2) Oma Podi (South Indian Bhujia)

Omapodi, or plain sev is a golden, noodle string snack that is made with gram flour and rice flour and is a great addition to multiple dishes like bhel, pani puri, chaats, salads, etc. Omapodi, taken solo or as a topping, these crunchy deep-fried bites are a favourite in every Indian household.

3) Peanut Chikki

Peanut chikki is an evergreen option for cozy winter snacks, offering simplicity and indulgence in each bite. Crafted with golden caramelized jaggery and crunchy roasted peanuts, it offers a harmony of sweetness and nutty richness. Packed with protein and healthy fats, Sweet Karam Coffee’s all-natural peanut chikki is the OG energy bar! The bite-sed chikki flavoured with cinnamon and dry ginger combined with toffee-like sweetness of jaggery makes it the perfect pick-me-up snack for your next get-together.

4) Kerala Banana Chips

Kerala banana chips embody Kerala’s classic flavours in the essence of pure coconut oil. Sliced from the finest, ripened bananas, these South Indian chips are fried to perfection, offering an irresistible crunch with every bite. Their warm, earthy note with a subtle hint of salt, makes it a timeless snack! Whether it's a festive or a daily treat, Sweet Karam Coffee’s Kerala banana chips rarely miss the mark in making your day extra special.

5) Millet Athirasam

Need a break from all the savoury indulgence? Discover the delight of Athirasam which translates into ‘boundless sweetness’, combined with the earthy goodness of Kodo Millet. Athirasam is a classic treat that brings warmth to your cozy winter evenings. Crafted carefully with a blend of rice flour and jaggery, this deep-fried delicacy with its earthy sweetness and subtle hints of spice evokes the charm of traditional kitchens and the joy of home. Pair these crispy millet snacks with a steaming cup of coffee, making it the perfect companion for a quiet, comfort-filled evening.

If you are heading back home from a long day of work or just need a little extra time for yourself, a platter of hot snacks is just what you need! On a chilly winter evening, these traditional treats don’t just fill your plate—they fill your heart with nostalgia and warmth. Imagine the crispy crunch of banana chips, murukkus breaking out of spiral with each bite, and the warm, jaggery-sweet embrace of Athirasam melting in your mouth as you cease into the evening. So, the next time you snooze off from a monotonous day, turn your quiet hours into a celebration of flavour with our highly recommended assortment of evening snacks for winter.

Skip the junk, and not the joy. At Sweet Karam Coffee, we believe in making memories in every bite! That is why all our snacks for cozy winter evenings are made with the finest, handpicked and locally sourced ingredients and are prepared following traditional recipes.

Our Paati assures that all our delicacies are free from any harmful ingredients, hence all the delicious evening winter snacks have no maida, palm oil, preservatives, or additives. Only goodness!