Kaju katli

Kaju Katli is a classic Indian sweet made from cashew nuts, sugar, and a touch of ghee. This diamond-shaped treat is known for its smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture and delicate nutty flavor. The cashews are ground into a fine powder, then mixed with sugar syrup to form a dough, which is rolled out and cut into thin, elegant pieces.

Often garnished with edible silver leaf (varak), Kaju Katli is a popular choice during festivals like Diwali and special occasions. It's loved for its rich, creamy taste and its simplicity, requiring just a few ingredients to create this indulgent yet light dessert.

Most popularly made during Diwali ,as it is so yummy and totally irresistible. Kaju katli also makes excellent gift for Diwali .

Prep Time 3 minutes

Cook Time 8 minutes

Servings 10 pieces

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup Cashew nuts

• 1/2 cup sugar

• 2 tbsp milk powder

• 2 tsp ghee

• 1/2 cup water

INSTRUCTIONS

1. powder cashewnuts in a mixie jar . be careful not to powder for too long or else it will realese oil and become sticky mass.

2. add 2 tbsp mmilk powder to the cashewnut powder.

3. mix both powders well.

4. heat a nonstick pan

5. add sugar and water to make a sticky one string consistency sugar syrup.

6. be careful not to make a too thick too sticky syrup .

7. quickly add the cashewnut milk powder mixture to the sugar syrup, keep stirring all the time and lower flame .

8. remove when the mixture is smooth and thick pouring mixture.

9. pour this cashewnut mixture on a smooth greased plate or surface.

10. allow to become warm.

11. now gather the mixture when warm, roll into a smooth pliable ball .

12. flatten quickly with a greased rolling pin either directly or keep the ball of cashewnut mixture under a greased plastic sheet and roll over that .

13. when a required thickness of square shape is made, trim the four ends .

14. use a knife to make the diamond shaped pieces.

15. enjoy !