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    Gulab Kaju Katli

    11th September 2018 by bhavana bhatia Leave a Comment

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    Indians love traditional fan-fare at all festivals.Each festival has its own sweet to look forward to. Be it besan laddoo for Vinayak Chaturthi or barfi for Diwali.Chikki for Sankranti or ghevar for Rakhi. However, there are some sweets which are very special like Kaju Katli or cashew fudge.It always brings out the child in you.May be it is just a happy memory of carefree or eating unlimited goodies.This traditional sweet has now become one of the status symbol in weddings.

    You can make this in advance before party.Kids love it and this definitely will be a style statement for your home parties. Many people buy this from the store during festivals.However it is very easy recipe to make.Home made sweets are always the best.They help you bond over traditions.Also,give creative outlet to you.Food helps create beautiful memories from one generation to the other.We have given a flavor of rose using natural rose water in this kaju katli recipe.You can always use the same recipe to make normal Kaju katri without the rose flavor too.

     

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    Equipment

    • Grinder
    • Sieve
    • Frying pan
    • Rolling pin
    • Tray

    Ingredients

    • Kaju or cashews
    • Ghee
    • Sugar
    • Dried rose petals
    • Water
    • Silver foil/varq optional

    Instructions

    gulab kaju katli steps

    1) In a bowl add water to rose petals.Keep it aside for 4-6 hours.

    2) Process the cashews in a fine powder in a grinder.Sieve it through to get a fine powder mix.

    3) Filter the mix to extract the rose water(⅓ cup).

    4) Heat a pan, add the rose water and sugar, allow it boil and then simmer.

    5) Cook until the sugar dissolves and you get 1 string consistency sugar syrup.

    6) Add the cashew powder mix and 1tbsp ghee to the sugar syrup.

    7) Cook for 10-15 minutes till it forms a homogeneous mixture and starts coming off from the pan.

    8) Once the mix has cooled off, knead it on a baking sheet like a dough.you may use the ghee to get a smooth finish with the mix and avoid it from sticking.

    9) Use a rolling pin to spread the mix evenly.

    10) Apply the silver vark(foil) and make incisions in desired shapes.

    11) Break along the incisions when cooled off.

    Variations

    If you are allergic to cashews, use almonds to make badam katli.

    Storage

    These diamond shaped burfi can be stored in refrigerator.

    Related links

    • Badam Katli
    • Sattu burfi
    • Lauki burfi
    • Sev barfi
    • Diwali snacks & sweets platter
    • Rose and Pista ice cream
    • Air fryer Gulab Jamun
    • Gulab Jamun(with khoya)
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    Gulab Kaju Katli recipe

    Kaju katli is the signature wedding sweet much loved by both kids and adults.
    Prep Time6 hours hrs
    Cook Time45 minutes mins
    Course: Desserts
    Cuisine: Indian
    Keyword: cashew fudge, cashew squares, gulab kaju katli, kaju, kaju katli, kaju katri
    Servings: 20
    Author: bhavana bhatia

    Equipment

    • Grinder
    • Sieve
    • frying pan
    • Rolling Pin
    • tray

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup kaju or cashews
    • 2 tablespoon ghee
    • ½ cup sugar
    • ½ cup dried rose petals
    • ½ cup water
    • 1 Silver foil/varq optional

    Instructions

    • In a bowl add water to rose petals.Keep it aside for 4-6 hours.
    • Process the cashews in a fine powder in a grinder,sieve it through to get a fine powder mix.
    • Filter the mix to extract the rose water(⅓ cup)
    • Heat a pan, add the rose water and sugar, allow it boil and then simmer
    • Cook until the sugar dissolves and you get 1 string consistency sugar syrup
    • Add the cashew powder mix and 1tbsp ghee to the sugar syrup,
    • Cook for 10-15 minutes till it forms a homogeneous mixture and starts coming off from the pan.
    • Once the mix has cooled off, knead it on a baking sheet like a dough.you may use the ghee to get a smooth finish with the mix and avoid it from sticking.
    • Use a rolling pin to spread the mix evenly.
    • Apply the silver vark(foil) and make incisions in desired shapes.
    • Break along the incisions when cooled off.

    FAQ

    Is kaju good for weight loss?

    Yes, it is full of magnesium and calcium. Nuts are a great source of omega 3 acids and protein and fine to eat as long as you eat in moderation.

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    Hi,I am Bhavana & this is my wonderland of recipes.I have been in IT for 15+ years have always loved writing.My husband Gaurav & I,love to cook, click & host people

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