North Indian Milk Barfi
by J_C • 2026
Why some badges are missing
- Not vegan: milk powder → try oat milk
- Not dairy-free: milk powder → try oat milk
- Not nut-free: chopped pistachios & almonds → try toasted sunflower seeds (or pumpkin seeds for crunch)
- Not low-FODMAP: milk powder → try lactose-free milk
- Not low-GI / diabetic-friendly: sugar → try granulated sweetener (such as erythritol)
- Not kidney-friendly: milk powder → try rice milk
Based on listed ingredients — always check labels for allergies.
About this recipe
A traditional North Indian sweet made from milk powder, ghee and sugar, flavoured with cardamom and garnished with nuts. Soft and fudge-like with a rich, milky taste, typically served during Diwali and…
Prep
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Cook
10m
Rest
60m
Serves
Rating
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Ingredients
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2.5 cups milk powder — full-cream/whole milk powder
1 cup milk
0.25 cup ghee — melted
0.75 cup sugar — powdered or granulated
0.5 teaspoon cardamom powder
2 tablespoons chopped pistachios & almonds — for garnish
Tools
- · bowl
- · non-stick pan
- · spatula
- · tray
- · parchment paper
- · knife
Instructions
Step by step
- 1
Mix the base: Whisk together the milk powder, sugar, and milk in a bowl until smooth and free of lumps.
- 2
Cook on low heat: Transfer the mixture to a non-stick pan (kadai). Add the melted ghee and turn the stove to low flame.
- 3
Stir continuously: Keep stirring the mixture constantly to prevent it from sticking or browning.
- 4
Form a soft dough: Cook for about 8 to until the mixture thickens, leaves the sides of the pan, and forms a soft, unified dough ball. Mix in the cardamom powder just before removing it from the heat.
- 5
Set the barfi: Line a tray or plate with parchment or baking paper. Transfer the warm barfi dough onto it, press it down gently, and smooth it into an even layer.
- 6
Garnish and cool: Sprinkle the chopped pistachios and almonds evenly over the top, pressing them down lightly. Let it set at room temperature or in the refrigerator for until completely firm.
- 7
Slice and serve: Cut the set barfi into clean squares with a sharp knife. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
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serves 4AI estimate only — not medical advice. Figures are approximations based on standard ingredient data and may vary by brand, portion size and preparation. Always double-check if cooking for allergies, diabetes, or strict dietary needs.
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Edit on 2026-09-22
Edited 9/22/2026, 12:24:41 PM
