Originating from the Persian concept of ‘barf’ (snow), these rich, fudge-like, textured Indian sweets are known for their subtle sweetness and milky flavor. The other specialty of these barfis is the grainy yet melt-in-the-mouth consistency. While they are available in many flavors, here’s a list of the top five different types of barfi.
Made with finely ground cashews, flour, condensed milk, and milk powder, these Diamond-shaped delicacies simply define the magic of Indian sweets the best.
Besan barfi is another popular fudgy variation made by roasting gram flour in ghee and mixing it with sugar syrup. It is often flavored with cardamom for aroma.
This fusion version of barfi adds a chocolatey twist to the traditional recipe, where cocoa powder is added with khowa, milk powder, and other ingredients.
Known for a distinct green color, pista barfi is another popular variation made from ground pistachios, sugar, ghee, and milk solids.
Made with the goodness of grated coconut, this variation is all about a perfect blend of sugar, milk, and the aroma of cardamom.