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Kaju katli

Cultural Context

Kaju katli, originating from India, is a beloved sweet made primarily from cashew nuts. Traditionally prepared during festivals like Diwali, it symbolizes prosperity and is often gifted to friends and family. This rich, nutty dessert has gained popularity worldwide, with variations appearing in many cultures.

IndianINdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
2 cup cashew / kaju
1 cup sugar
½ cup water
1 tsp ghee / clarified butter
¼ tsp cardamom powder

cashew nuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Almonds provide a similar texture and flavor, while peanuts are more cost-effective.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia offers a low-calorie alternative, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option, and vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

silver leaf

Silver leaf is often used for decoration but can be omitted for a simpler presentation.

1

Firstly, in a mixi take 2 cup cashew and blend to a fine powder. Make sure to pulse and blend else, the cashew will release oil and turns into a paste.

2

Sieve the cashew powder making sure there are no lumps. Keep aside.

3

In a large kadai take 1 cup sugar and ½ cup water.

4

Stir well and dissolve sugar. Boil for 5 minutes or until 1 string consistency is attained.

5

Add in powdered cashew and mix well.

6

Stir continuously until the mixture is well combined and smooth paste is formed.

7

Now add 1 tsp ghee and ¼ tsp cardamom powder. Mix well.

8

Continue to cook until the mixture turns smooth paste and starts to separate pan slightly. Do not overcook, as the burfi will turn hard.

9

Transfer the mixture onto the butter paper. Make sure to grease the butter paper with ghee.

10

Now fold using a spatula until the mixture thickens forming a dough.

11

Once the dough is formed, knead slightly, to form a soft dough.

12

Place the cashew dough between butter paper and roll using a rolling pin.

13

Roll slightly thick making sure it's uniform.

14

Now grease with ghee and apply silver leaf or silver vark. Applying vark is optional.

15

Now cut into diamond shape or shape of your choice.

16

Finally, enjoy kaju katli for a month when stored in an airtight container.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

mixikadaispatulabutter paperrolling pinknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

Kaju barfiCashew fudge

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