Banana Burfi brings together the wholesome goodness of ripe bananas with the richness of milk powder and cocoa. I started making this recipe when looking for creative ways to use overripe bananas, and it has become a family favorite. The texture is smooth and fudgy, while crushed nuts add a pleasant crunch. The aroma of ghee-roasted cashews and pistachios makes this dessert especially inviting.
About the Recipe
This recipe offers an excellent way to transform ordinary bananas into something special. The combination of milk powder and cocoa creates a rich base, while ghee adds Indian flavor. I always make this when bananas are getting too ripe; that is when they contribute the most sweetness and blend most smoothly into the mixture.
Why you will love this recipe
This burfi recipe strikes an ideal balance between traditional Indian sweets and familiar banana flavor. It requires no special equipment or hard-to-find ingredients. The process is straightforward enough for beginners but yields impressive results. The texture is consistently smooth, and the roasted nuts add welcome crunch. Children particularly enjoy helping to shape and decorate the pieces.
Banana Burfi
Cooking Tips
Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and easiest mashing. Keep stirring continuously on medium-low heat to prevent the mixture from sticking. The burfi is ready when it leaves the sides of the pan and forms a soft dough-like consistency. Grease your plate well before transferring the mixture to guarantee easy removal.
Serving and Storing Suggestions
Makes about 20 pieces. Preparation time is 30 minutes. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Bring to room temperature before serving. This burfi makes an excellent gift during festivals or special occasions.
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Banana Burfi
Ingredients
- 10 Bananas (medium sized)
- 1/2 cup Milk Powder
- 3/4 cup Sugar
- 2 tbsp Cocoa Powder
- 1/2 cup Butter
- 2 tsp Cashewnuts (crushed)
- 2 tsp Pistachios (crushed)
- 100 gms Ghee
Instructions
- Heat 1 tsp ghee in a pan.
- Lightly fry the cashewnuts and pistachios till golden.
- Heat a heavy bottomed pan over medium flame.
- Add 1 tsp ghee and the bananas.
- Mix well.
- Add sugar and stir well.
- After a minute, add cocoa powder, milk powder and butter.
- Reduce flame and gently stir till evenly combined.
- When it starts to leave the sides of the pan and the bananas are well mashed, remove and transfer to a greased plate.
- Garnish with cashewnuts and pistachios.
- Cut into desired shapes.
- Serve.
This burfi will be popular with kids and can be made during festive occasions too.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use less ripe bananas?
Ripe bananas work best as they are sweeter and mash more easily, resulting in a smoother texture and better flavor integration.
How do I know when the burfi mixture is ready?
The mixture should leave the sides of the pan and form a soft, non-sticky mass that can be easily shaped.
Can I freeze this burfi?
Yes, wrap individual pieces in parchment paper and store in an airtight container for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
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