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 !