Ricotta Cheese Burfi (Fudge)

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 0

Ricotta Cheese Burfi - Indian-style sweet fudge

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20-25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

10-12

Calories

297

Sugar

22g

Fat

16g

The ricotta cheese burfi, also known as 'chhena murki' in some parts of India, is a popular Indian dessert that originated in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh. It resembles a fudge made with ricotta cheese, sugar, milk powder, and almonds, flavored with cardamom powder. It's a rich and decadent dessert that is often served at festive occasions like Diwali, Holi, and weddings. The burfi has a grainy texture and a nutty flavor that is sure to please your taste buds. It's easy to make, requires only a few pantry staples, and can be customized to your liking with different nuts, flavors, or colors.

Instructions

1.	In a large pan, cook the ricotta cheese and butter on medium heat until the cheese is crumbly and all the liquid has evaporated.
2.	Next, add the sugar to the pan and mix it well with the ricotta cheese until the sugar dissolves completely.
3.	Stir in the powdered milk and mix well, then add the coarsely crushed almonds. Cook the mixture for about 10-12 minutes until it thickens and starts coming off the sides of the pan.
4.	Mix in the crushed cardamom and stir well to combine.
5.	Take a greased tray and spread the burfi mixture evenly in it using a spatula. Garnish with edible silver foil if desired.
6.	Once the burfi has cooled down completely, cut it into square pieces or diamond shapes using a sharp knife. Serve the ricotta cheese burfi chilled or at room temperature.

PROS

The ricotta cheese burfi is a delicious and easy to make Indian sweet fudge that is perfect for festive occasions or as a dessert.
It is gluten-free, and doesn’t require any fancy ingredients.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories and sugar, so you need to control your portion size if you are watching your weight or sugar intake.
The coarsely crushed almonds may also pose choking hazards if not chewed properly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high sugar content, the ricotta cheese burfi offers some health benefits. Ricotta cheese is a good source of protein, while almonds are rich in nutrients like fiber, healthy fats, and Vitamin E. However, it’s still a dessert and not a substitute for a healthy, balanced diet.

	3 lbs ricotta cheese
	4 ounces unsalted butter
	2 1/2 cups sugar
	2 1/2 cups non-fat powdered milk
	1 1/2 cups coarsely crushed almonds
	2 teaspoons crushed cardamom
	6 edible silver foil , garnish ( Varak ) ( optional )