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.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 20 min
- Yield
- 12 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 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
- 1
Start by soaking the saffron strands in a tablespoon of warm milk and set them aside.
- 2
In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat the ghee over medium-low heat.
- 3
Add the finely ground almonds and roast them for about 5-7 minutes until they turn slightly golden and release a nutty aroma.
- 4
Add the sugar and continue to stir. The mixture will start to thicken.
- 5
Gradually add the remaining milk and keep stirring. Make sure there are no lumps.
- 6
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.
- 7
Remove the mixture from the heat and transfer it to a greased plate or tray. Flatten it evenly with a spatula.
- 8
Garnish with chopped pistachios and press them gently into the mixture.
- 9
Allow the Badam Barfi to cool for about 2 hours to set.
- 10
Once set, cut it into square or diamond-shaped pieces.
- 11
Your delicious Badam Barfi is ready to be enjoyed!