Milk Powder Burfi Recipe | Instant Burfi in 10 Mins (2024)

Milk Powder Burfi Recipe | Instant Barfi in 10 Mins | Milk Powder Recipes with detailed photo and video recipe. A simple and easy burfi recipe or milk powder fudge recipe prepared with just 3 ingredients including milk powder, ghee, and sugar. An ideal Indian Sweet recipe perfect for festivals like Raksha Bandhan, Deepavali, and Ganesh Chaturthi which can be prepared within 10 minutes without much hassle.
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1About Milk Powder Burfi

2Chef Tips For Milk Powder Burfi

3Why Does This Recipe Work

4Watch Video

5Recipe Card

6Ingredients 1x2x3x

7Step By Step Photos

8Notes


Milk Powder Burfi Recipe | Instant Barfi in 10 Mins | Milk Powder Recipes with step-by-step photo and video recipe. Milk powder is a source of many basic and premium sweets in Indian cuisine. It can also be used to prepare many traditional Indian sweets and dessert recipes that take a lot of time and energy. Commonly milk-based burfi is prepared with milk solids like khoya or mawa. However, this is a cheat version prepared with a combination of milk and milk powder.

Barfi recipes are very common in my house and I prepare them for almost all kinds of occasions, festivals, and even potluck parties. generally, I prepare the milk-based burfi with khoya or mawa, but whenever I am short of time, I prepare milk powder barfi. I personally feel this barfi recipe is one of the easy and simple recipes compared to all other Indian barfi recipes. These are typically made with sugar syrups which can be tricky to handle and eventually shape. As a matter of fact, the most common question I get from my readers is about the sugar syrup and its string consistency. The good news is, the milk powder burfi recipe does not use sugar syrup and can be prepared by naive chefs too.

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Furthermore, some important tips, variations, and suggestions for a soft and moist milk powder burfi recipe. Firstly, as an alternative to sugar, the same recipe can be prepared with condensed milk or even evaporated milk. If evaporated milk is used, you must add extra sugar per your taste and preference. You can check my Kesar milk peda for a detailed recipe. Secondly, cook the milk powder and sugar on a low flame preferably in a nonstick pan. There are high chances of milk solids sticking to the bottom and can change their color if high flame is used. Lastly, once the milk solids start forming shape, turn off the flame immediately. Cooking further, it can turn the barfi chewy and may not hold the shape.

Finally, do visit my other Sweets Recipes Collection from my blog with this post on milk powder burfi recipes. It includes 7 cup barfi, besan burfi, coconut burfi, badam burfi, kaju katli, Mohanthal, Mysore Pak, milk cake, kalakand, and kala jamun recipe. further, do check my other recipes collection,

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About Milk Powder Burfi

It is basically an easy and simple Indian fudge recipe made with Milk Powder, ghee, and sugar. In other words, Milk Powder Barfi is a quick hack version of the popular Milk Barfi that is made by evaporating full cream milk. Evaporating milk and preparing mawa or khoya can be very tiring and time-consuming and hence using milk powder can be an economical and thrifty way to prepare any sweets. Thus using milk powder for the barfi recipe simplifies the cooking steps and process.

There many variations since its inception, which mainly varies with the additional ingredient or toppings added to it. The popular variant is to add full cream milk with powder to make it soft and moist. The other variant is to add other flavoring agents like, chocolate, vanilla, and raisins to the Milk Powder burfi just before it is set. Thus making it one of the simple yet versatile Indian sweets recipes.

Chef Tips for Milk Powder Burfi

Some more important and critical tips for rich and creamy barfi recipes are –

  1. Milk Powder Quality – The quality of the milk powder is very important for this recipe. In addition, full cream milk powder is best suited for this recipe for rich and creaminess with the barfi.
  2. Moistness – The texture and firmness of the sweet are controlled by the sugar syrup consistency. The higher the sugar syrup string consistency, it makes it harder. Personally, do not go above 1 string, but you can below it.
  3. Sweetness – Note that, the sweetness of the barfi is not just limited to the sugar used in it. The milk powder also contributes to the sweetness and hence if you like to increase the sweetness, be mindful of milk powder sweetness too.
  4. Setting & Shaping – Use a square-shaped tray with greased baking paper wrapped around it. This helps to unmould the barfi. Also, while shaping, use a long & sharp knife to cut. In addition, you can heat the knife so that it easily slices the barfi.
  5. Toppings – The addition of toppings is optional and open-ended too. You can either skip it or add finely chopped dry fruits with tutti frutti and raisins. But keep it lite and do not overcrowd the topping areas.

Why does this recipe work

There are several reasons why this recipe is super popular and appreciated across India if not globally. Some of the important ones are –

  1. Convenience – Handling and converting full cream milk to solids can be super tiring and overwhelming. Whereas, using milk powder and mixing it with sugar syrup is so easy to see the result in 10 mins.
  2. Versatility – The barfi can easily experiment with its toppings, additional flavors, and more importantly its texture. It can be either firm, soft, moist, or even medium soft with the use of milk or sugar syrup consistency.
  3. Cheap to Make – Full cream milk is always dearer when compared to just milk powder. In addition, you need a lot of energy to convert milk into milk solids, and hence economical to use milk powder.
  4. Shelf Life – Milk powder, generally has a long shelf life and hence any sweet prepared from it carries the same attribute. The barfi can be stocked up to 2-3 weeks without the worry of spoilage.
  5. Texture Control – Milk powder barfi can be soft or firm in its texture. You can add milk as an additional ingredient to make moister. Also, the firmness is based on the sugar syrup string level. As the level increases, the firmness increases.

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Milk Powder Burfi Recipe | Instant Burfi in 10 Mins

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Easy Milk Powder Burfi Recipe | Instant Burfi in 10 Mins

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Resting Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Servings 25 Pieces

Calories 163 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cup milk powder, unsweetened
  • 1 cup ghee
  • cup sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • few saffron
  • 2 tbsp pistachios, chopped

Instructions

  • Firstly, in a bowl take 2 cup milk powder and1 cup ghee.

  • Crumble and mix well making sure the milk powder is moist. Keep aside.

  • In a large kadai take1½ cup sugar and½ cup water.

  • Stir and dissolve the sugar.

  • Continue to boil on medium flame until 1-string sugar syrup consistency is attained.

  • Further, add the prepared milk powder mixture and mix well.

  • Keeping the flame on low, continuously stir until the mixture turns silky smooth consistency.

  • Add few saffron for enhanced kesar flavor.

  • Transfer the burfi mixture to the tray lined with baking paper.

  • Top with saffron and 2 tbsp pistachios and press gently.

  • Rest the milk burfi for 1 hour to set well.

  • Now cut into pieces and enjoy.

  • Finally, Milk Powder Burfi Recipe is ready to enjoy for a month.

Nutrition

Calories: 163kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 38mgPotassium: 143mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 98IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 94mgIron: 0.1mg

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How to Make Milk Powder Burfi with step-by-step photos:

  1. Firstly, in a bowl take 2 cup milk powder and1 cup ghee.
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  2. Crumble and mix well making sure the milk powder is moist. Keep aside.
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  3. In a large kadai take1½ cup sugar and½ cup water.
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  4. Stir and dissolve the sugar. Continue to boil on medium flame until 1-string sugar syrup consistency is attained.
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  5. Further, add the prepared milk powder mixture and mix well.
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  6. Keeping the flame on low, continuously stir until the mixture turns silky smooth consistency.
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  7. Add few saffron for enhanced kesar flavor.
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  8. Transfer the burfi mixture to the tray lined with baking paper.
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  9. Top with saffron and 2 tbsp pistachios and press gently.
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  10. Rest the milk burfi for 1 hour to set well.
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  11. Now cut into pieces and enjoy.
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  12. Finally, Milk Powder Burfi Recipe is ready to enjoy for a month.
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Notes:

  • Firstly, I have not added milk or any condensed milk. hence the burfi stays good at room temperature for a month.
  • Also, the burfi turns chewy if the sugar syrup is not 1 string. and if you overcook it, then the burfi turns hard.
  • Additionally, you can top it with nuts of your choice to give a crunchy bite to a barfi.
  • Finally, Milk Powder Burfi Recipe tastes great when topped with pistachios.

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Milk Powder Burfi Recipe | Instant Burfi in 10 Mins (2024)

FAQs

What to do if barfi does not set? ›

So, in case you're feeling that the Burfi isn't cooked then put that burfi into the pan and again mix it and cook it for some more time and then set the burfi again but in case if you are feeling that the Burfi is cooked but still chewy then what you can do is is that you can prepare for another batch of burfi and ...

How much powdered milk to water? ›

If nonfat dry milk is to be used for a beverage, it should be weighed using 1 lb dry milk and 3-3/4 qt water per gallon. Chill thoroughly before serving. For 100 portions (8 oz), use 6 lb 4 oz nonfat dry milk and 23-1/2 qt water.

Why is my barfi chewy? ›

Burfi can turn chewy if you overcook it. Be sure to cook the Burfi mixture over a very low heat. Stir constantly without stopping. Keep an eye on the texture.

Why is my burfi crumbly? ›

If your Besan Barfi is dry and crumbly, it means either the sugar syrup was overcooked or it/the flour and syrup mixture did not cool adequately before mixing the two.

How long does homemade barfi last? ›

Here's a general guideline: Milk-based sweets: Sweets like Rasgulla and Sandesh typically last 2-3 days when stored in the refrigerator. Dry sweets: Dry sweets like Barfi and Chikki can last up to 2 weeks when stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

How many spoons of milk powder for 1 litre of milk? ›

Skimmed milk powder usually has 4% moisture. Full fat milk's moisture is usually around 88.5%. To have 1 lt of milk you need to put 9.5 tablespoons of skimmed milk powder into 1lt of milk.

Can I use milk powder instead of milk? ›

According to a study, powdered milk is an ideal replacement of fresh milk because it has the same vitamins and minerals and can be easily mixed in drinks and shakes.

How do you mix dry milk powder? ›

MIXING INSTRUCTIONS: TO MAKE 1 QUART: ADD ABOUT 1 1/3 CUPS INSTANT NONFAT DRY MILK TO 3 3/4 CUPS WATER. STIR UNTIL DISSOLVED. FOR BEST FLAVOR, STORE IN A TIGHTLY SEALED GLASS CONTAINER AND REFRIGERATE OVERNIGHT BEFORE SERVING.

What is the difference between dry milk powder and powdered milk? ›

Powdered milk, also called milk powder, dried milk, or dry milk, is a manufactured dairy product made by evaporating milk to dryness. One purpose of drying milk is to preserve it; milk powder has a far longer shelf life than liquid milk and does not need to be refrigerated, due to its low moisture content.

Is milk powder healthy? ›

Powdered milk is rich in amino acids, calcium, potassium, phosphorus and protein, which are all important for supporting bone health. Many brands are also fortified with vitamin D to help improve the absorption of calcium.

Why is my barfi sticky? ›

If it is sticky it means it is slightly under cooked. Then add the milk powder and knead the mixture. Make a square and cut to pieces. Adding milk powder is optional and is only a quick fix to the sticky barfi.

Should you put barfi in the fridge? ›

Mava barfi and other mava sweets can last for 3 to 4 days at normal temperature and for a week or 10 days in fridge. Leaving chenna sweets rest all sweets can be warmed in a microwave for 30 seconds and they Wil taste as fresh.

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.

Why is my besan barfi hard? ›

So do the additional step of sifting the besan. Getting the sugar syrup consistency right: this can really make or break your burfi. If the syrup is over-cooked the burfi will be hard and turn out like a rock. If the syrup is under-cooked, the burfi will not set.

Can you freeze burfee? ›

Add the burfee mixture to your prepared baking dish, and flatten the mixture using the back of a spatula. Top with toasted almonds or pistachios and refrigerate for 6-8 hours or until set. Slice into squares and enjoy! **To freeze set burfee blocks, place them in a ziploc bag and freeze.

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