By Garima Johar
January 14, 2026
Basundi is a thick milk-based dessert that can be paired with a jalebi or enjoyed as is, straight from the kulhad. To make basundi the Gujarati way, here’s an authentic recipe you can replicate at home.
1 litre milk 1/2 cup sugar 4-5 strands saffron 4-5 green cardamom pods A pinch of nutmeg 2 tablespoons chopped almonds 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios 2 tablespoons chopped cashew nuts
Boil the milk and then let it simmer till it is reduced to half its volume.
Add crushed cardamom, saffron, and nutmeg. Stir well to combine the flavours.
Once the milk has thickened, add sugar and stir till it dissolves.
In another pan, lightly roast chopped nuts.
Garnish the basundi with roasted nuts, and your dessert will be ready.