Melt-in-the-Mouth Besan Milk Cake
A traditional Indian sweet made with besan (gram flour) and milk, creating a rich and melt-in-the-mouth texture—perfect for special occasions or satisfying your sweet cravings!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 pieces
- Category: Indian Sweets
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup besan (gram flour)
- 1 cup full-fat milk
- ½ cup ghee (clarified butter)
- 1 cup sugar
- ¼ teaspoon cardamom powder
- A pinch of saffron strands (optional)
- Chopped nuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Roast the Besan: Heat the ghee in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the besan and roast it, stirring continuously to avoid burning, for about 8-10 minutes or until the besan turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma.
- Prepare the Milk Mixture: In a separate saucepan, bring the milk to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Combine Milk and Besan: Slowly pour the hot milk into the roasted besan, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook this mixture for about 5-7 minutes until it thickens.
- Add Sugar and Cardamom: Add the sugar, cardamom powder, and saffron (if using). Stir the mixture until the sugar completely dissolves, and the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
- Set the Cake: Grease a small plate or tray with ghee. Transfer the mixture onto the tray and flatten it out evenly. Allow it to cool to room temperature.
- Garnish and Serve: Once cooled, garnish with chopped nuts (optional). Cut into squares or diamonds and serve.
Notes
- This cake has a melt-in-the-mouth texture due to the combination of ghee and milk.
- Be sure to roast the besan well, as this enhances the flavor and texture of the cake.
- You can adjust the sweetness to your liking by varying the amount of sugar.
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