India, April 10 -- Golden laddoos made with roasted atta, ghee, and nuts are often one of the first sweets prepared in Punjabi homes before Baisakhi. Pinni is a Punjabi wheat flour laddoo that tastes rich, nutty, and slightly grainy. Made with simple ingredients like atta, ghee, jaggery, and dry fruits, homemade pinni is a favourite sweet during festive days.

Pinni has been prepared in Punjab for many years and is closely connected with farming families. The wheat harvest season arrives around Baisakhi, so freshly ground atta becomes an important ingredient in many dishes. That is one reason pinni became linked with Baisakhi celebrations and is often made in large batches to share with family and guests.

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