Banana Burfi

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 14

Delicious Banana Burfi recipe for your dessert table

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

266

Sugar

43g

Fat

Banana Burfi is an Indian dessert made with ripe bananas, sugar, and milk powder. The dessert is popular in Indian households and is served during festivals, weddings, or any other special occasions. It is easy to make and requires just a few ingredients, offering a unique twist to the traditional Indian Mithai recipes. The creamy texture and nutty flavor of this dessert make it stand out from other Indian sweets, and the addition of coconut flakes makes it even more special and flavourful. This sweet treat is perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth looking to try something new and exciting.

Instructions

1.	In a heavy-bottomed pan, mix bananas and sugar until well combined, and heat over medium heat.
2.	Keep stirring until the sugar melts and becomes a syrup.
3.	Add butter, powdered milk, lemon juice, and cardamom seeds. Mix well.
4.	Keep stirring until the mixture thickens and leaves the sides of the pan. This should take about 20-25 minutes.
5.	Once the mixture has thickened, add chopped nuts and mix again.
6.	Grease a tray with butter and pour the mixture on it. Spread it evenly and smooth it out.
7.	Sprinkle coconut flakes (optional) on top.
8.	Allow it to cool down completely before cutting it into desired shapes.

PROS

Banana burfi is a unique and tasty dessert that is easy to make and requires just a few ingredients.
It has a rich, creamy texture with a sweet and nutty flavor.

This dessert is perfect for special occasions and celebrations, as it is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

It is an excellent way to use leftover ripe bananas and avoids wastage.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and calories, making it a less healthy option for those watching their intake.

People with diabetes should be careful when consuming this dish as it contains a high sugar content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bananas are rich in potassium, vitamins B6 and C, fiber and provide numerous health benefits.
They help to reduce blood pressure, improve digestive health, and support heart health. The cardamom seeds used in the recipe have anti-inflammatory properties, and honey is a natural sweetener that helps to reduce inflammation in the body.

	12 ripe bananas
	1 1/2 cups sugar
	1 tablespoon unsalted butter
	1 cup non-fat powdered milk
	2 tablespoons lemon juice
	1 teaspoon coarsely crushed cardamom seed
	1/2 cup chopped nuts
	1/2 cup coconut flakes ( optional )