Gokul Pitha is a traditional Bengali sweet, often made during festivals like Makar Sankranti, which marks the end of winter and the beginning of longer days. It's particularly popular in West Bengal and Bangladesh during this time.   **Ingredients:** 1. **Rice Flour:** The main ingredient for the outer covering. 2. **Date Palm Jaggery (Khejur Gur):** Sweetening agent. 3. **Coconut:** Grated coconut is often used in the filling. 4. **Khoya (Reduced Milk):** For richness. 5. **Cardamom:** For flavor.   **Preparation:** 1. **Prepare the Dough:** Rice flour is mixed with water to make a dough, which is then rolled into small, flat discs.   2. **Prepare the Filling:** A mixture of date palm jaggery, grated coconut, khoya, and cardamom is prepared and placed in the center of each disc.   3. **Fold and Shape:** The disc is then folded over the filling to create a semi-circular shape, and the edges are sealed.   4. **Steam:** The filled and shaped dough is then steamed until cooked.   5. **Serve:** Gokul Pitha is often served with a drizzle of ghee.   Gokul Pitha is not only a delicious treat but also holds cultural significance, especially during festivals. The use of date palm jaggery is a distinctive feature, giving it a unique flavor. The seasonal aspect is tied to the availability of certain ingredients during specific times of the year, such as date palm jaggery during the winter months.