Kaju Katli
Indulge in the rich and irresistible flavors of Kaju Katli, a classic Indian sweet treat that’s perfect for festive celebrations or special occasions. This melt-in-your-mouth delicacy is made with just a handful of ingredients—cashew nuts, sugar, and fragrant cardamom powder—blended into a smooth, delicate dough and rolled into signature diamond shapes. A touch of ghee adds a luxurious texture, while an optional layer of silver vark elevates its elegance. With its simple preparation process and no-bake finish, this homemade Kaju Katli recipe captures the authentic essence of this traditional mithai, delivering a silky, nutty sweetness that will keep you coming back for more. Perfect as a gift or served on your dessert platter, this gluten-free, dairy-friendly Indian sweet is a must-try for lovers of expressive flavors and effortless recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Cashew nuts
- 125 grams Sugar
- 60 milliliters Water
- 1 tablespoon Ghee
- 0.25 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 1 sheet Silver vark (optional)
Instructions
Spread the cashew nuts on a tray and let them air dry for a few hours. Ensure they are completely dry and not refrigerated or stored in a moist area.
Grind the dry cashew nuts in a blender or food processor to a fine powder. Avoid over-blending as it may turn into a paste. Sieve the powder through a fine mesh to remove any lumps.
In a non-stick pan, combine sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved to make a sugar syrup.
Allow the sugar syrup to simmer and check for a one-string consistency by taking a small drop between your thumb and index finger. When you pull apart, a single string should form.
Reduce the heat to low and gradually add the cashew powder to the sugar syrup while continuously stirring to avoid lumps.
Stir the mixture continuously until it thickens and begins to leave the sides of the pan. This should take about 8 to 10 minutes.
Add ghee and cardamom powder to the mixture, stirring gently until well incorporated and a dough-like consistency is achieved.
Turn off the heat and transfer the dough onto a greased parchment paper or greased plate.
Let it cool slightly and then knead the dough gently while it’s warm to achieve a smooth consistency.
Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out evenly into a thin layer, about 1/4 inch thick.
If using, apply silver vark gently over the rolled dough, pressing softly with your fingers to stick.
Using a sharp knife, cut the rolled dough into diamond shapes.
Allow the kaju katli pieces to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2068 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 130.7 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.3 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1604 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.1 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 137.5 g | ||
| Protein | 38.3 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 120 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1422 mg | 30% | |
*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.
