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    Home » Festival » Kaju Badam Katli

    How to make Mixed Nut Katli | Burfi

    Published: Nov 4, 2020 · Modified: Oct 11, 2022 by Pavani · 18 Comments

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    Kaju Badam Katli is a quick and easy to make dessert that is delicious and has a delightful melt in the mouth texture. It is a great edible gift during the holidays. It can easily be made vegan.

    Pewter plate with kaju badam katli layered in a circle and sprinkled with chopped almonds

    My family has a big sweet tooth. They enjoy just about anything that is sweet - like this dry gulab jamun, cinnamon sugar pretzel bites or chocolate macarons.

    With Diwali right around the corner, I have a perfect Indian dessert for you. Kaju Badam katli takes just a few minutes to make and this recipe is fool proof. It makes the perfect melt in the mouth burfi that is to die for.

    I avoid making desserts that involve making sugar syrup because they are finicky to make. So I am always looking for recipes that are straight forward and don't get me into sticky situation. And this recipe fits the bill perfectly.

    Badam katli aka almond fudge is a very traditional Indian dessert that is widely made during festivals. My version includes cashews as well to make this badam kaju katli. Also there is no soaking of nuts is needed making this quick and easy.

    This nut based fudge is great to give as edible gift during holidays and for Indian festivals. Do try this crowd pleasing dessert and I am sure you will love it.

    Black plate with a stack of burfi topped with chopped almonds

    Why I love this recipe

    • quick to make - takes less than 30 minutes
    • easy foolproof recipe that does not require sugar syrup
    • delightful texture - melts in the mouth
    • no too sweet - perfect for Western palate and kids
    • can be made ahead of time
    • perfect edible gift for the holidays

    Ingredients

    The main ingredient for this recipe are the nuts - I use raw cashews and almonds. But feel free to use other nuts like walnuts, pistachios as well. My mom makes mixed nut burfi using whatever nuts she has in the pantry.

    Sugar - regular granulated sugar.

    Other ingredients you need are:

    • water
    • ghee (optional) - skip it if you want to make it vegan
    • ground cardamom

    Instructions

    Start by blending the nuts into a fine powder.

    Cashews and almonds ground to a fine powder

    In a non stick pan on medium heat, add sugar and ½ cup of water. Bring to a boil and simmer until the mixture thickens a little bit, about 3~5 minutes.

    Add the ground nuts and mix well; keep stirring the mixture until it starts to pulls away from the pan, this will take about 5-7 minutes. Add the ground cardamom, ghee (if using) and mix well. Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool for 5 minutes.

    Step by step photos showing the making of mixed nut burfi

    While the mixture is still warm, remove into a bowl and knead to form a smooth and glossy dough.

    Step by step photos showing the cooked katli dough, rolled out into a disc and cut into diamonds

    Roll the dough into a tin sheet and cut the katlis into desired shapes. Katli can be stored in an airtight container for up to 10 days.

    Grey board with rolled out and scored fudge

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How do I know that my Katli is ready?

    There are couple of ways, you can tell that the burfi is done:
    1. The mixture will start to leave the sides of the pan and forms a ball when done.
    2. Take a small piece of the dough, cool it slightly and try to form a ball. If it is too sticky to roll into a ball, then cook for a few more minutes.

    What is the difference between burfi and katli?

    The ingredients and techniques used to make burfi and katli are slightly different. Burfi typically has milk added and is cooked until the mixture thickens.
    Katli on the other hand does not have dairy and is cooked until it forms into a dough.

    My Katli looks very dry, what do I do?

    If you overcook burfi/ katli mixture it will very dry and crumbly as you see below. Do not despair, all you need to do is add 1~2 tablespoons of water and cook it until it comes together again. This time, make sure to take it off the heat as soon as it leaves the pan.

    Tips

    • Any of your favorite nuts can be used in this mixed nut burfi recipe. Walnuts, pistachios etc.
    • Feel free to use almond flour instead of whole almonds.
    • If the cooked dough seems a little dry, add a few drops of milk and then knead until smooth.
    • Store katli in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 10 days.

    Few more easy dessert recipes to try

    • Chocolate Pistachio Roll
    • Chocolate Burfi
    • 7 cup Burfi
    • Date & walnut cake
    • Easy pistachio cake
    Kaju Badam Katli
    Black plate with a stack of almond fudge

    Kaju Badam Katli Recipe

    This is a quick and easy to make dessert that is delicious and has a delightful melt in the mouth texture. It is a great edible gift during the holidays
    Author: Pavani
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    Prep Time: 10 mins
    Cook Time: 15 mins
    Total Time: 25 mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: north indian
    Servings: 24 Katli

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup Cashews
    • 1 cup Almonds
    • 1 cup Sugar
    • 1 teaspoon Ground Cardamom
    • 1 tablespoon Ghee (optional)

    Instructions

    • Grind cashews and almonds into fine powder.
    • In a non stick pan on medium heat, add sugar and ½ cup of water. Bring to a boil and simmer until the mixture thickens a little bit, about 3~5 minutes.
    • Add the ground nuts and mix well; keep stirring the mixture until it starts to pulls away from the pan, this will take about 5-7 minutes. Add the ground cardamom, ghee (if using) and mix well. Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool for 5 minutes.
    • While the mixture is still warm, remove into a bowl and knead to form a smooth and glossy dough.
    • Roll the dough into a tin sheet and cut the katlis into desired shapes. Katli can be stored in an airtight container for up to 10 days.

    Notes

    • Any of your favorite nuts can be used in this mixed nut burfi recipe. Walnuts, pistachios etc.
    • Feel free to use almond flour instead of whole almonds.
    • If the cooked dough seems a little dry, add a few drops of milk and then knead until smooth.
    • Store katli in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 10 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 92kcal
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    1. Gajus kitchen

      November 11, 2012 at 1:25 pm

      Looks great. I make kaju katlis but this kaju almond katlis look so good and interesting

      Reply
    2. PJ

      November 11, 2012 at 1:37 pm

      Pics look so festive and tempting!Rich sweet perfect for Diwali 🙂

      Reply
    3. Srivalli

      November 11, 2012 at 2:19 pm

      Really so delicious..if there is one sweets that my kids all agree to hog, this is that!..looks so good..

      Reply
    4. Gayathri's Cook Spot

      November 11, 2012 at 2:32 pm

      The katli looks lovely. Are they soft or thy set into firm katlis when cool?

      Reply
    5. preeti garg

      November 11, 2012 at 4:01 pm

      Awesome recipe... it's my paa fav... please pass me for him

      Reply
    6. mrkk08

      November 11, 2012 at 6:39 pm

      This is interesting, rolling out the dough and cutting it. Lovely looking kstlis and i love the white disc on which you've placed them in the second pic

      Reply
    7. Priya Suresh

      November 11, 2012 at 9:19 pm

      Rich looking katlis, prefect and super tempting.

      Reply
    8. Nivedhanams Sowmya

      November 12, 2012 at 2:48 am

      love these festive pics!!! cute plate!! love the plates and bowls as much as these katilis!!SowmyaOngoing Event - CWF - Whole Wheat Flour

      Reply
    9. Global Tastes & Travels Inc.

      November 13, 2012 at 4:36 pm

      looks so good, wish I could taste one right now!!!

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    10. Global Tastes & Travels Inc.

      November 13, 2012 at 4:36 pm

      looks so good, wish I could taste one right now!!!

      Reply
    11. The Pumpkin Farm

      November 14, 2012 at 4:27 pm

      i made both badam and kaju katlis separately and this idea of mixing the nuts crossed my mind but held back as it was my first time with katlis

      Reply
    12. Poonam bachhav

      November 05, 2020 at 9:30 pm

      5 stars
      I make badam katli similarly. Loved this kaju badam katli. Looks so festive !

      Reply
    13. Lata Lala

      November 12, 2020 at 10:00 am

      5 stars
      A very quick and easy to make mithai kaju badam katli looks delicious with melt in the mouth texture.
      Your detailed post about do's and don'ts are quite helpful.

      Reply
    14. Mayuri Patel

      November 18, 2020 at 11:06 am

      5 stars
      Simple to make and a popular sweet dish loved by all. Like the tips you given to make perfect katli.

      Reply
    15. Priya Srinivasan

      November 24, 2020 at 8:50 am

      5 stars
      kaju badam katli looks very festive pavani! I too love quick desserts like these, not much time in the kitchen and easy to make too.

      Reply
    16. Sasmita Sahoo

      November 25, 2020 at 8:51 pm

      5 stars
      Such a quick and easy dessert option for celebration like rakhi, diwali etc.
      I just love the delightful melt in the mouth texture of these slices....

      Reply
    17. Lathiya

      November 28, 2020 at 2:39 pm

      5 stars
      I love Kaju katli. It's one of my favorite. Mixing kaju and badam is a great idea. Will try these.

      Reply
    18. Sapana

      January 02, 2021 at 8:39 am

      5 stars
      Love that you used both kaju and badam to make this katli 😍

      Reply

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