Diwali 2025: Kaju Katli Recipe That Feels Like Festive Luxury In Every Bite

By Shreya Sarpal

October 13, 2025

Soft, melt-in-the-mouth kaju barfi is a timeless Indian sweet made from cashews and sugar. Its rich texture and nutty flavour make it a festival favourite across generations.

Ingredients

1 cup cashews ½ cup sugar ¼ cup water 1 tbsp ghee Silver leaf (optional, for garnish)

Step 1

Grind cashews into a fine powder (avoid over-grinding).

Step 2

In a pan, heat sugar and water until it forms a sticky syrup.

Step 3

Add cashew powder and stir continuously on low flame.

Step 4

When the mixture thickens and leaves the pan, add ghee and mix.

Step 5

Spread on a greased plate, roll flat, cool slightly, and cut into diamond-shaped barfis.