~Recipe Credit Umme- Ayub Bobat~

Burfee is a sweet confectionery from India. The name is derived from the Persian word “barf” which means snow.

Ingredients

• 500g milk powder
• 3/4 cup (semi melted) ghee
• 3/4 cup milk

• Finely chopped almonds & pistachios to garinish.

Syrup:

• 1 3/4 cups sugar
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 cup double cream
• 1/2 tsp rose/ice cream essence (optional)
• 1/4 cup grounded almonds
• 3/4 tsp cardamom powder

Method

1. Recite Bismillah.
2. In a bowl combine the milk powder & ghee.
3. Then add in the milk.
4. Rub together with hands to form breadcrumb like crumbs, also known as khanka in Gujarati. (Shown below)
5. Cover with a muslin cloth/ cheese cloth & Leave aside over night (not in the fridge).
6. In a pot combine all the ingredients for the syrup except the cream & almond powder.
7. Cook on high heat stirring continuously for about 15-17 mins. You will know the syrup is ready when it has a stringy texture. You can check this by lifting the spoon. If the syrup drips in a way that it is forming a string you know that it is ready.
8. Then add the cream & boil for a few mins.
9. Lower the heat & add the milk powder crumbs & grounded almonds.
10. Cook on low heat stirring for 1-2 mins only.
11. Pour in desired size tray, garnish with finely chopped almonds & pistachios.
12. Allow to set for 24 hours at room temperature & cut into pieces. You can also serve this hot, it makes a delicious dessert. Enjoy!