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Barfi (Fudge)

This is a classic Indian sweet treat that is a perfect little bite after a delightful ethnic meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Refrigerating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans Unsweetened Evaporated Milk (about 16 oz)
  • 5 tbsp Sugar (as needed depending on desired sweetness)
  • ¼ tsp Cardamom
  • ½ cup Chopped ALmonds (or cashews are great in this dessert too - or mix the two)
  • ½ cup Pistachio Nut Meats
  • ½ cup Dried Apricots (optional; or any other dried fruit you like such as raisins, cranberries or dates)
  • 3-4 tbsp Milk
  • 1-2 sprigs Saffron

Instructions
 

  • Butter a parchment lined pan and set aside.
  • In a heavy bottom saucepan place Unsweetened Evaporated Milk. Bring to a boil.
  • Add Sugar (as needed depending on desired sweetness and Cardamom. Reduce heat tom simmer and gently cook until mixture slightly thickens.
  • Remove from heat and add Almonds, Pistachio Nut Meats and Optional Dried Fruit.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth to an even layer.
  • Heat Milk and Saffron in a clean saucepan. Let milk rest to absorb the saffron then pour flavored milk over barfi mixture in the pan and let set for 5 minutes. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • To serve remove from pan and remove parchment paper then cut into small squares or triangles.
Keyword Barfi, Fudge, Indian