Making Milk Peda at home is quite simple and requires just a few ingredients. Creamy, homemade Milk Peda,a traditional Indian sweet made with milk powder, condensed milk, and cardamom, is perfect for festive celebrations.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups full-fat milk powder
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
- Chopped nuts for garnish (optional)
- Saffron strands for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preparation:
- Grease a plate or tray with a little ghee and keep it aside.
- Mixing Ingredients:
- In a heavy-bottomed pan, combine the milk powder, condensed milk, and milk. Mix them well until they form a smooth paste without any lumps.
- Cooking:
- Place the pan over low heat and add ghee to the mixture. Stir continuously to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Cooking Continues:
- Keep cooking the mixture, stirring continuously. After a few minutes, the mixture will start to thicken.
- Add Flavor:
- Once the mixture thickens, add cardamom powder. Continue stirring.
- Cook Until Mixture Thickens:
- Keep cooking until the mixture starts leaving the sides of the pan and forms a soft dough-like consistency. This should take about 8-10 minutes.
- Shape the Pedas:
- Once the mixture reaches the desired consistency, remove the pan from the heat. Let it cool for a few minutes until it’s comfortable to touch but still warm.
- Grease your hands with a little ghee and take small portions of the mixture. Roll each portion between your palms to form smooth balls, then gently flatten them to shape them into pedas.
- Garnish:
- If desired, press a few chopped nuts onto the top of each peda for garnish. You can also add a saffron strand on top of each peda for decoration.
- Cooling:
- Place the prepared pedas on the greased plate or tray, leaving some space between each peda. Allow them to cool completely at room temperature.
- Serve or Store:
- Once cooled, your homemade Milk Pedas are ready to be served. Enjoy these delicious treats as a dessert or snack.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days or in the refrigerator for a longer shelf life.
These Milk Pedas have a rich, creamy taste and are sure to be a hit with your family and friends!