Cashew Burfi
Indulge in the rich, melt-in-your-mouth decadence of Cashew Burfi, a classic Indian sweet treat that’s perfect for any festive occasion or as a delightful homemade snack. Made with just a handful of pantry-friendly ingredients like cashew nuts, sugar, ghee, and a hint of aromatic cardamom, this recipe achieves a luxuriously creamy texture and delicate sweetness. The simple yet elegant preparation involves grinding cashews into a fine powder and cooking it into a smooth, pliable dough with a sugar syrup cooked to perfection. For an extra touch of festivity, top it with edible silver leaf for a beautiful and traditional finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this gluten-free dessert is your go-to option for effortless elegance and unmatched flavor. Whether you serve these diamond-shaped delights during special celebrations or savor them with your evening tea, Cashew Burfi is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Cashew nuts
- 120 grams Sugar
- 50 ml Water
- 1 teaspoon Ghee (clarified butter)
- 0.25 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 2 sheets Edible silver leaf (optional)
Instructions
Begin by grinding the cashew nuts into a fine powder using a food processor or blender. Be careful not to overblend to avoid releasing the oils from the cashews.
In a heavy-bottomed pan or non-stick skillet, combine the sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely, forming a sugar syrup.
Continue cooking the syrup on medium heat until it reaches a one-string consistency. To test this, take a drop of the syrup between your thumb and forefinger, and check if a single thread is formed when you pull your fingers apart.
Once the syrup is ready, lower the heat and add the cashew powder gradually. Stir continuously to ensure there are no lumps.
Cook the mixture on low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens into a dough-like consistency and starts to leave the sides of the pan. This should take about 8-10 minutes.
Add the ghee and cardamom powder to the mixture, and mix well for another 1-2 minutes.
Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool slightly until it's comfortable to handle.
Place the dough onto a sheet of parchment paper or a greased surface. Roll it out gently with a rolling pin into an even layer, about 5 mm thick.
If using edible silver leaf, carefully place the sheets over the top of the rolled dough and smooth them down gently with a clean, dry cloth.
Allow the burfi to cool completely, then cut it into diamond shapes or your desired pattern using a sharp knife.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1673 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.1 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.7 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 1283 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.9 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 130.0 g | ||
| Protein | 30.6 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1139 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
