Coconut Barfi

Coconut Barfi is one of the easiest Indian desserts that only need 5 ingredients and 30 minutes. Who would've thought making mithai at home would be so easy!

Course Desserts

Cuisine Indian

Diet Gluten Free, Hindu, Vegetarian

Prep Time 2

Cook Time 25

Total Time 27

Servings pieces

Calories 135kcal

Author Richa

Ingredients

2 cups desiccated coconut see note 1
½ cup whole milk
½ cup cream
⅔ cup sugar
¼ teaspoon cardamom powder
4-5 edible silver leaves for garnish optional
8-10 pistachios roughly chopped

Instructions

Grease a 8X8 baking tin or tray with parchment paper. If you don’t have parchment paper, grease it well with ghee or oil. This helps ensure the barfi comes out without sticking.
In a kadhai or thick bottomed pan, add milk, cream and sugar and heat on low. Keep stirring till the sugar dissolves completely.
Add the desiccated coconut and mix well. Keep stirring occasionally and cook this mixture for approx 20-22 minutes till it thickens and starts to come together into a thick, moist ball.
You know the mixture is ready when it starts to leave the sides of the pan. Add the cardamom powder and mix well.
Transfer this mixture to the prepared tin or baking sheet. Use a spatula to even out the top and press it down well so that its tightly packed. Set aside to cool for an hour or two. You can also refrigerate it for an hour, but this sets just as well at room temperature.
If using the silver leaves as garnish, transfer them onto the barfi without touching them (watch the video to see how). Sprinkle with chopped pistachio and then cut the barfi into squares.

Video

Notes

Sub for desiccated coconut: This recipe also works with freshly grated coconut. Roast the freshly grated coconut on a low flame for a few minutes before using. This helps get rid of any extra moisture but don't let the coconut brown
Storage: I like to store my coconut barfi in an airtight container in the fridge - I find that this makes it stay fresh the longest. I take out the container half an hour before serving to bring the barfis to room temperature.
Barfi not setting: Barfi not setting is a sign that your mixture is undercooked, you can reheat the mix for a few minutes and set it again. You know the mixture is ready when it's thick and comes together in a ball.

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