Kaju Katli

A popular Indian sweet / mithai made during festivals and special occasions.

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Kaju Katli is one of the most popular Indian sweets made for all types of celebrations. Be it a traditional festival or a party, you are definitely going to find this Indian dessert as part of the menu.

Also known as Kaju Barfi or Cashew Burfi, it is a diamond shaped sweet treat that is often bought from popular sweet shops across the country during major festivals or celebrations.

Kaju Katli

Most commonly given as a gift during Diwali, these can be easily made at home too. The recipe requires only 3 ingredients and can be made very easily at home with ease.

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Kaju Katli Recipe

A popular Indian sweet / mithai made during festivals and special occasions.

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time15 minutes mins

Total Time30 minutes mins

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Indian, North Indian

Keyword: Cashew Burfi

Ingredients for Kaju Katli

• 1 cup Cashew Nuts
• 1/2 cup Sugar
• 3 tsp Milk
• as required Ghee
• 1/4 cup Water

Optional for Garnishing

• Edible Silver Foil

How to make Kaju Katli

• In a mixer jar, grind the cashew nuts to a powder.
• Heat water in a pan over medium flame.
• Add the sugar and stir continuously until fully dissolved.
• Bring to a gentle boil until it reaches an one string consistency.
• Add the powdered cashews and stir well.
• After 5 to 10 minutes or when the mixture starts to thicken, remove from flame and transfer to a large plate or bowl.
• Allow it to cool slightly.
• When it has cooled enough to handle, knead the mixture well.
• Flatten the dough (you can use a rolling pin) and transfer to a greased plate.
• Gently roll until it evenly spread out on the plate.
• Allow it to cool completely.
• Using a sharp knife, cut them into diamond shapes. Spread the silver foil on top.
• Store them in an airtight container.

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Notes

In some places, the cashew nuts are soaked, drained, peeled and then ground to a paste.