Besan Barfi Recipe (Besan Burfi)
Sweet, fudgy, gooey, this easy besan burfi recipe has the most charming warmth and texture which comes from the goodness of ghee, paired with the classic fragrance of cardamom and roasted besan. Each bite is pure bliss!
Servings: 18 squares
Calories: 215kcal
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups Besan/chickpea flour
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 1/4 cups Ghee
- 1.5 tsp Cardamom powder
- 4-5 tbsp Milk Optional
- 1/4 cup Pistachio or Almonds, sliced
Instructions
- Dry roast besan/ chickpea flour in a thick bottomed pan, over very low heat until fragrant and very lightly browned. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
- Add ghee and cook for another 10-15 minutes on very low heat, stirring constantly.
- Turn off the heat and stir in sugar and cardamom powder. If using milk, add a couple tablespoons and cook again just for 2-3 minutes on very low heat.
- Pour it into a greased pan and top with pistachio or almonds. Let cool completely before cutting it in small squares. Enjoy!!
Nutrition
Serving: 1 Piece | Calories: 215kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 224mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg