Walnut Burfi Recipe [Barfi] - Spice Up The Curry (2024)

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These walnut burfi are the perfect festive treats for Diwali. They only need 4-ingredients, they take no time at all to make, and of course, they’re incredibly delicious!

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  • ❤️ You'll Love This Walnut Burfi
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  • 👩‍🍳 How To Make Walnut Burfi? (Pics)
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❤️ You'll Love This Walnut Burfi

  • It’s quick to make (only 20 minutes - from start to finish).
  • This walnut burfi is much easier to make compared to traditional Indian sweets like gulab jamun, kaju katli.
  • It is a beginner-friendly, you cannot go wrong with this recipe.
  • Of course, it has a nutty flavor from walnut. Plus, it has coconut flavor with a subtle chocolate flavor from cocoa powder. All these flavors go well together.

🧾 Ingredient Notes

Here is the pic of ingredients need to make simple, easy walnut burfi. You’ll need only 4 ingredients (walnut, desiccated coconut, cocoa powder and condensed milk).

  • Cocoa powder: Here I am using unsweetened cocoa powder (Hershey’s). The color and taste of your burfi purely depend on the type and quality of your cocoa powder.
  • Condensed milk: It adds sweetness, richness and also works as a binding agent. Traditionally khoya (mawa) is used to make burfi like this chocolate burfi. But this one is different but too good.
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👩‍🍳 How To Make Walnut Burfi? (Pics)

1) Take walnuts in a pan and dry roast them with stirring constantly on medium-low heat. It may take around 7-8 minutes.

2) Once done remove it to a bowl or plate and let them cool. Meantime, grease the plate or container in which you are going to set the burfi and keep it aside. Once cooled down, make a coarse powder using a grinder with pulsing motion. NOTE: Do not grind it finely because walnut gives bitter taste if ground for longer and it releases oil.

3) In the same pan, add sweetened condensed milk and cocoa powder. Turn the heat on medium.

4) Mix well and bring it to a simmer.

5) Then add dry coconut and coarsely ground walnuts.

6) Mix and continue cooking with stirring constantly for 3-4 minutes. Or until the mixture becomes thick and comes together like a dough. It also leaves the sides of the pan.

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8) Remove this walnut burfi mixture to a greased tray, evenly spread and smooth out the surface.

9) Let it cool down and set. Then cut into squares using a sharp knife.

Here I have made half batch only, hence only 9 squares.

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🥣 Storage Instructions

  • At room temperature: Iti stays good for 2 days in an airtight container in a single layer. If you want to stack them then keep a parchment paper between layers.
  • In the refrigerator: It stays good for up to 10 days.

FAQs

Can I skip cocoa powder?

Yes, you can skip adding cocoa powder. It will still taste good without chocolate flavor.

What can I use instead of condensed milk?

There is no substitute for this recipe.

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These walnut burfi are the perfect festive treats for Diwali. They only need 4-ingredients, they take no time at all to make, and of course, they’re incredibly delicious!

Author: Kanan

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Indian

Calories: 178kcal

Servings 18 pieces

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

US measuring cups are used (1 cup = 240 ml) See details

Ingredients

  • 250 grams or 2 ½ cups Walnuts
  • 1 can (14 zo or 200 grams) Sweetened condensed milk
  • 4 teaspoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ cups or 100 grams Desiccated coconut

Instructions

  • Take walnuts in a pan and dry roast them with stirring constantly on medium-low heat. It may take around 7-8 minutes.

  • Once done remove it to a bowl or plate and let them cool.

  • Meantime, grease the plate or container in which you are going to set the burfi and keep it aside.

  • Once cooled down, make a coarse powder using a grinder with pulsing motion. NOTE: Do not grind it finely because walnut gives bitter taste if ground for longer and releases oil.

  • In the same pan, add sweetened condensed milk and cocoa powder. Turn the heat on medium. Mix well and bring it to a simmer.

  • Then add dry coconut and coarsely ground walnuts. Mix and continue cooking with stirring constantly for 3-4minutes. Or until the mixture becomes thick and comes together like a dough. It also leaves the sides of the pan.

  • Remove this walnut burfi mixture to a greased tray, evenly spread and smooth out the surface.

  • Let it cool down and set. Then cut into squares using a sharp knife.

Notes

  • You can double or triple the amount as needed.
  • Walnut burfi stays good for 2 days at room temperature and 10 days in the refrigerator. Store in an airtight container in a single later (If staking, keep a parchment paper between layers).

Nutrition

Serving: 1burfi | Calories: 178kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 28mg | Potassium: 157mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 62IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 1mg

*Nutrition information is a rough estimate for 1 serving

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  1. Asha

    I did make your recipe and it was great. Wondered if now I can try pecans instead of walnuts asi have those at home right now. Thanks

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    • Kanan Patel

      Yes you can.
      Keep in mind that pecans have slightly bitter taste vs walnuts have slightly sweeter taste than pecans.

      Reply

  2. Asha

    Loved it and was loved by all. I ended up using 4 cups of walnuts and one cup of desiccated coconut and it came out great, with just the right amount of sweetness. Thank you.Walnut Burfi Recipe [Barfi] - Spice Up The Curry (7)

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    • Kanan Patel

      Very glad to hear.

      Reply

      • Vishnupriya

        Can I avoid cocunut ? What in place if cocunut

        Reply

        • Kanan Patel

          You'll need coconut here.

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FAQs

Walnut Burfi Recipe [Barfi] - Spice Up The Curry? ›

White Chocolate (Soya), Plain Chocolate (Wheat), Pistachio, Cashew, Almond.

What are the Flavours of barfi? ›

White Chocolate (Soya), Plain Chocolate (Wheat), Pistachio, Cashew, Almond.

Why is barfi called barfi? ›

Barfi or burfi is a milk-based sweet from the Indian subcontinent with a fudge-like consistency. Its name comes from the Persian and Urdu word (barf) for snow.

What is Indian Burfi made of? ›

Barfi is one of many milk-based Indian sweets. Traditionally, it would have been made by slowly cooking milk down for hours until it condensed into the dough-like evaporated milk solids known as khoya or mawa. A quicker and easier way of making barfi starts with milk powder instead.

Which of the following is a product used in the recipe chocolate barfi? ›

Step 1: Combine ghee, Nestlé MILKMAID, and sugar (if needed) in a pan on low flame. Stir continuously till thick. Pour half into a greased plate and spread evenly after a few minutes. Step 2: Add cocoa powder and cashew bits to the remaining mixture in pan and combine well, stirring for 2-3 minutes.

What spice is in Indian sweets? ›

Green cardamom enhances the flavor of some of the most famous sweet dishes in India like Gulab Jamun, Gajar Halwa, Payasam, Kulfis, Modak, and Ice Cream. Nutmeg: The nutty and sweet flavors of nutmeg are the perfect complement to many of the sweet dishes of India.

What is barfi called in English? ›

बर्फ़ी (barfi) - Meaning in English

Barfi or burfi is a milk-based sweet from the Indian subcontinent with a fudge-like consistency. Its name comes from the Persian and Urdu word (barf) for snow. Barfi is consumed throughout India and Pakistan and is especially popular in North India.

Why is my burfi chewy? ›

There are two reason for this, either it is not completely cooked or you had put that burfi mixture on flame while cooking for more than the required time after adding sugar into it.

Is barfi a junk food? ›

Coconut Barfi is a good source of proteins, fibre, and good fats. Also, much of the fat in coconut comes in the form of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which can possibly help you lose excess body fat.

Which country invented barfi? ›

History of Barfi

This sweetmeat is believed to have originated in the state of Rajasthan, and it has been enjoyed by Indians for centuries. The word "barfi" is derived from the Persian word "barf," which means snow. This is fitting, as barfi is often made with milk and condensed milk, which gives it a white appearance.

Why is my burfi grainy? ›

Gram flour has a delightful nutty aroma and lends the burfi its characteristic grainy texture. When roasted, the flour develops deeper nutty notes that permeate through the burfi.

Which city is famous for barfi in India? ›

Kashi's Tiranga Barfi, a GI-tagged sweet, symbolises India's freedom struggle.

What to do if barfi does not set? ›

Troubleshooting: if your besan burfi doesn't set then simply add it back to the pan and cook for a few minutes until the mixture slightly thickens and leaves the pan. This tastes the same except the texture is slightly different and your burfi will be lighter in color.

What is the main ingredient in most Indian sweets? ›

Many Indian desserts are fried foods made with sugar, milk or condensed milk. Ingredients and preferred types of dessert vary by region. In the eastern part of India, for example, most are based on milk products.

Is barfi made from condensed milk? ›

This cheat version is the BEST I have developed and combines condensed milk and milk powder. The result is Barfi in under 15 minutes – no boiling milk down, and no waiting at the pot for ages. It's a little crumbly, very dense and all round delicious.

What compound gives chocolate its flavor? ›

Roasting and winnowing

The bean shells become brittle and the colour of the beans darken. The process converts the flavour precursors within the bean into compounds such as aldehydes, esters, lactones, and pyrazine, which give chocolate its aroma and flavour.

What are the different types of barfi in Pakistan? ›

Plain barfi is made with condensed milk and sugar cooked until it solidifies. The many varieties of barfi include besan barfi (made with gram flour), kaaju barfi (made with cashews), and pista barfi (made with ground pistachios).

What is the difference between barfi and Katli? ›

Texture: Kaju katli has a fudgy and smooth texture due to the rich silver leaves. It is typically thin, flat, and diamond-shaped. Kaju barfi, on the other hand, has a slightly grainy and crumbly texture due to the addition of milk solids (khoya). It is usually thicker and cut into square or rectangular shapes.

What is plain barfi made of? ›

Our delicious creamy plain barfi is made with pure butter ghee (clarified butter), sugar and the finest quality fresh channel island milk. A soft, creamy fudge like sweet that is sinfully indulgent. A 250g box of Plain Barfi will typically include three pieces of this sweet.

What is Kashmiri barfi made of? ›

This Diwali, I prepared mawa barfi. The recipe requires: mawa or khoya (milk solids) 350 gms, sugar 3/4 cup or to taste, ghee (clarified butter) 2 tbsp, cardamom powder 1/2 tsp, saffron few threads and edible silver leaf and pistachio for garnish. Which is your favourite Kashmiri dish and how do you prepare it?

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