Barfi

Barfi

Sweet, creamy and fudgy - this traditional Indian treat is the perfect way to celebrate any special occasion. You can flavour your barfi recipe (also spelt burfi) however you like, with cardamom, coconut, or nuts. Whether you’re celebrating Diwali, Krishna Janmashtami, or simply enjoying something sweet, milk barfi makes a delicious treat that’s easily decorated to suit any occasion.

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Ingredients

60 g Ghee
Arla Cravendale Whole Milk 2L 250 ml Arla Cravendale Whole Milk 2L
400 g Milk powder
200 g Caster sugar
1 tsp Ground cardamom
Chopped almonds to garnish (optional)

Instructions

Step 1

  • Heat your ghee in a non-stick pan over a medium heat, add your Cravendale and gently bring to a boil, stirring so that your milk does not burn at the bottom of your pan.

Step 2

  • As the milk starts to bubble start adding the milk powder a little bit at a time, stirring continuously to avoid any lumps. Continue to stir for a few mins.

Step 3

  • Add your caster sugar and mix. Continuously stir over a low heat for 10 mins until the mixture forms a ball or resembles dough.

Step 4

  • Add your cardamom powder, mix and remove from the heat before transferring to a greased tin, smoothing over, sprinkling with almonds and leaving to set for 2 hours.

Step 5

  • Cut into small bars and serve for a perfect sweet treat this Diwali.

Recipe tips

It’s often the small details that make the biggest impact in the kitchen, so we’re sharing the tips we rely on when cooking and creating recipes

Be careful not to overcook your mixture as this can lead to your Barfi becoming chewy.

Barfi FAQs

What are the ingredients for barfi?

Barfi is traditionally made with milk, sugar, and butter or ghee, and often flavoured with spices and nuts such as cardamom or pistachios. Many modern recipes also include milk powder for ease and convenience.

Which milk powder should you use for barfi?

Any full-fat (whole) milk powder works well for making milk barfi. You can usually find milk powder in larger supermarkets or local Asian food shops.

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What is barfi?

Milk barfi (also spelt burfi) is a creamy, fudge-like sweet from India, commonly made for festivals and celebrations like Diwali. It can be flavoured in many ways, from classic cardamom or coconut to more unique twists like mango or chocolate. Our milk barfi recipe gives you the basic method, so you can then create your own variations using your favourite spices, nuts, or dried fruits.

Barfi - the perfect celebration snack

Barfi is traditionally made for festivals and celebrations throughout the year, from Diwali to Holi. It’s popular across India and Pakistan today, with roots that trace back to the Mughal Empire. It’s believed barfi was introduced to the Indian subcontinent through Persian influence during the Mughal era, and it has since become a staple at celebrations where sweet dishes play a central role.

How to store barfi

Barfi can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a couple of days. For longer storage, keep it in the fridge.

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