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Khajur Burfi

Date Nut Bars

These Date Nut Bars are easy to make and have no added sugar. They take less than 20 minutes to make and taste rich, fudgy and delicious.
Author: Pavani
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 12 bars

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Dates, pitted and chopped (about 10~15)
  • 1 cup Dried Figs, chopped (about 12~15)
  • 2 tablespoons Ghee or oil or unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons Almonds, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Cashews, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Pistachios, finely chopped

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, soak the dry figs and dates in hot water for 15~20 minutes. Drain the water and grind them to a smooth paste adding little water.
  • Melt ghee or oil in a medium size nonstick pan on medium heat. Add the ground dry fruit puree and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture dries out about 10~15 minutes.
  • Stir in the nuts and mix well to combine. Cook, stirring frequently, for another 5~8 minutes or until the mixture starts to leave the sides of the pan.
  • Remove the mixture into a greased plate or tin and sprinkle with more chopped nuts, if desired. Set aside to cool.
  • Cut into squares or diamonds when completely cooled. Store in the fridge in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Dried figs can be subbed with dried prunes. Or simply use more dates in the recipe.
  • If you plan ahead, then you can soak the dried fruit in room temperature water for 3~4 hours.
  • You can grind the nuts instead of chopping them. This would give a smooth texture to the burfi.
  • Use any of your favorite mix of nuts in the recipe. Make sure that the total quantity is about ½ cup.
  • Bars set up considerably as they cool. If they do not, chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Add ½ teaspoon of ground cardamom to add more flavor to this fruit and nut fudge.

Nutrition

Calories: 122kcal
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