Kesar Peda

Happy Diwali! These Kesar Pedas are perfect for a last minute sweet! They come together in less than 30 minutes with just a few ingredients!

Just like my Rose Barfi and Mango Barfi recipes, I use my dutch oven on the stove, and combine all of my ingredients in one pot. Bloom the saffron in the milk, by microwaving for 30 seconds. This will create the gorgeous color and flavor! Once the peda mixture cools a bit, take about 1 tablespoon of it in your hands to roll into a ball. Use an empty thread spool to stamp the pattern on the ball, creating this beautiful peda shape.

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Kesar Peda

Course Dessert

Cuisine Indian

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 30 Pedas

Ingredients

• 1 lb ricotta cheese
• 2 cup milk powder
• 3/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• 8-10 saffron strands
• 4 tbsp ghee divided

Instructions

• Microwave the milk for about 30 seconds, and then add the saffron to the milk to bloom. Set aside.
• Add the ricotta cheese and 2 tbsp ghee to a non stick pan over medium high heat.
• Let the ricotta cheese reduce for about 5-8 minutes.
• Add the saffron milk to the ricotta cheese on the stove.
• Add the powdered sugar and milk powder and mix until combined.
• Let the peda mixture cook for about 3-4 minutes.
• Remove from heat and let the peda mixture cool for about 5 minutes
• Take 1 tablespoon of the peda mixture and roll into a ball.
• Use the bottom of an empty thread spool to push on the ball creating the peda stamp.
• Enjoy!

If you make this Kesar Peda, be sure to tag me on Instagram @chandskitchen or Facebook Chand’s Kitchen 🙂 I would love to see your creations!