Besan Peda

Besan Peda is a popular Indian mithai prepared using just a handful of ingredients like Besan (gram flour), Ghee, Sugar, Milk, Coconut and Milk Powder. The taste of Besan Peda is very similar to Besan Laddoos; the only difference is that the texture of Peda is glossier as compared to laddoos. Indian festivals are incomplete without sweets and what's better than making homemade mithai at home? Try this foolproof recipe of Pedas at home to get some delicious Pedas that will literally melt in your mouth. Not just festivals, these Pedas can also be prepared for special occasions, potlucks or whenever you crave a traditional sweet. The best thing about these Pedas is that they won't spoil for a long time and will easily last for more than a week. Besan Pedas will be ready in maximum 30-40 minutes and will be loved by both kids and adults alike. Pedas are usually made without any nuts, but if you want, you can add some cashews to complement the flavour and add richness to the mithai. If you like to try out new recipes at home, then bookmark this recipe right away. Do try this recipe at home, rate it and let us know how it turned out to be by leaving a comment in the section below. Happy Cooking! (image credits-istock)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup gram flour (besan)

1/2 cup ghee

1/4 cup milk powder

1/2 cup grated coconut

1 cup milk

3/4 cup powdered sugar

How to make Besan Peda

Step 1

Heat 1/4 cup ghee in a pan. Once the ghee melts, add besan to it. Stir and roast the besan on low flame. Keep stirring to prevent it from burning. After 15 minutes, the mixture will turn aromatic and crumbly. Add 1 tbsp ghee and again give a good mix. Within the next 2-3 minutes, the mixture will release ghee and become smoother and golden brown in colour.

Step 2

Now add milk powder and grated coconut to the pan. Mix to combine the ingredients in the besan mixture. Stir continuously and roast for two more minutes. The mixture will again turn a bit crumbly.

Step 3

Now pour milk into the pan and give a whisk. Break all the lumps to make a smooth mixture. Stir continuously and roast for 2-3 minutes more. By now the mixture will absorb the milk and leave the sides of the pan. The mixture will also hold shape at this point.

Step 4

Now add powdered sugar to the pan and mix till it dissolves completely. Add 1-2 tbsp ghee as well. Mash and cook for 4-5 minutes more. The mixture will now be super soft and glossy. Now switch off the flame.

Step 5

Let the mixture cool down a bit. Now pinch out small balls from the mixture and roll them between your hands to make balls. Flatten them just a bit to give the perfect shape of pedas. Use all the mixture to make such pedas.

Step 6

Your delicious Besan Pedas are now ready to be served.