Kulfi Indian Ice Cream with Nuts
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Kulfi, a traditional Indian ice cream infused with the aromatic flavors of cardamom and saffron and studded with crunchy pistachios, almonds, and cashews. Made with a slow-simmered blend of whole milk, heavy cream, and condensed milk, this classic dessert offers a luxuriously thick texture and a natural sweetness that's perfectly balanced by the warmth of fragrant spices. The addition of saffron provides a vibrant golden hue, while the chopped nuts add irresistible texture to every bite. Perfectly portioned into kulfi molds or popsicle forms, this no-churn frozen treat is an elegant and refreshing way to end any meal. Serve it garnished with extra nuts for a showstopping dessert that will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of India.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 can Condensed milk
- 4 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 1 pinch Saffron strands
- 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios
- 2 tablespoons Chopped almonds
- 2 tablespoons Chopped cashews
Instructions
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, pour the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
Once the milk mixture comes to a gentle simmer, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer while stirring frequently. Cook until the mixture reduces to almost half its original volume, about 30-35 minutes.
Add the condensed milk, sugar, and cardamom powder. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
In a small bowl, soak the saffron strands in 2 tablespoons of warm milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes to release the vibrant color and flavor, then add this saffron infusion to the milk mixture.
Continue to cook for another 5 minutes on low heat, ensuring the mixture is fully incorporated and thickened.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
Once cool, stir in the chopped pistachios, almonds, and cashews for added texture and flavor.
Pour the kulfi mixture into traditional kulfi molds, small bowls, or even popsicle molds. Cover with aluminum foil and insert wooden sticks if using popsicle molds.
Place the molds in the freezer and allow the kulfi to freeze for a minimum of 6-8 hours, or overnight for best results.
To serve, remove the kulfi from the molds by running the molds briefly under warm water. Garnish with additional chopped nuts if desired and enjoy this creamy, nutty dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 181.8 g | 233% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.2 g | 456% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 492 mg | 164% | |
| Sodium | 959 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 331.1 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 316.6 g | ||
| Protein | 78.8 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.5 mcg | 58% | |
| Calcium | 2466 mg | 190% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 3518 mg | 75% | |
*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.
