Barfi (Milk Fudge)

Barfi

Barfi, or burfi, a beloved confection in India, is made mainly from dairy products and sugar. This popular milk fudge snack and dessert sports toppings from silver and gold leaf to nuts (pistachios) to dried fruit (apricots) to spices (cardamom, saffron), and espresso powder. Barfi is often made for holidays, weddings and other special celebrations. Recipe Servings: Serves 4

Prep Time

2 hours

Cook Time

20 minutes

Total Time

2 hours 20 minutes

Vegetarian

Vegan

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Kosher

Halal

Ingredients

1/4 cup (60 ml) ghee
1/4 cup (60 ml) milk
1/2 cup (100 g) sugar
1 cup (125 g) milk powder
1/4 tsp (1.25 ml) freshly ground cardamom
1/4 cup (40 g) chopped pistachios

Directions

Gently bring ghee, milk, and sugar to a boil.
Cook over medium heat for 20 minutes until quite dry, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Add cardamom and pistachios. Mix well.
Pour into an 8 x 8-inch (20 x 20-cm) square pan. Smooth the surface.
Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours until firm. Cut into diamonds or squares with a sharp knife.
Serve cold or at room temperature.