Badam Barfi
Badam Barfi, a traditional Indian sweet, is a delightful treat combining almonds, sugar, and spices. This easy-to-follow recipe results in a delicious dessert, perfect for festivals and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 200 g Almonds Blanched and finely ground
- 200 g Sugar
- 100 ml Milk
- 1/2 tsp Cardamom Powder
- 1 pinch Saffron Strands
- 1 tbsp Ghee
- Almonds Chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Start by soaking the saffron strands in a tablespoon of warm milk and set them aside.
- In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat the ghee over medium-low heat.
- Add the finely ground almonds and roast them for about 5-7 minutes until they turn slightly golden and release a nutty aroma.
- Add the sugar and continue to stir. The mixture will start to thicken.
- Gradually add the remaining milk and keep stirring. Make sure there are no lumps.
- Add the saffron milk and cardamom powder. Continue to cook and stir until the mixture thickens and leaves the sides of the pan. This will take around 10-12 minutes.
- Remove the mixture from the heat and transfer it to a greased plate or tray. Flatten it evenly with a spatula.
- Garnish with chopped pistachios and press them gently into the mixture.
- Allow the Badam Barfi to cool for about 2 hours to set.
- Once set, cut it into square or diamond-shaped pieces.
- Your delicious Badam Barfi is ready to be enjoyed!
Notes
You can adjust the sugar quantity according to your sweetness preference.
Make sure to roast the almonds well for the best flavour.
Store the barfi in an airtight container for a longer shelf life.
Nutritional facts:
The provision of nutritional information is done so merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.
Nutrition
Calories: 177kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 4mgPotassium: 136mgFibre: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 14IUVitamin C: 0.02mgVitamin D: 0.1µgCalcium: 56mgIron: 1mg
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