👋 A Sweet Introduction
Coconut Barfi Recipe : Friends, it is considered very important to have sweets in the plate of Indian festivals and happiness and the first name that comes to mind among these sweets is barfi! When it comes to coconut barfi, the mouth starts watering. The light crunch of coconut and the perfect balance of sweetness makes barfi very tasty
But friends, have you ever wondered what things are mixed in the barfi available in the market? How fresh is it? So today, we will teach you to make the world’s easiest and tastiest coconut barfi at home, without any tension. This recipe is absolutely ‘fool-proof’, that is, no matter how new a cook you are, you will be able to make this barfi easily.
“The aroma and love of homemade sweets does not come in a packet,” says our chef, who has been an expert in the Indian Confectionery Art for 25 years.
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🥥 Why is Coconut Barfi a Smarter Sweet Choice?
Friends, children often get excited to see sweets, but we parents worry whether the sweet is right or not? Friends, the good news is that coconut barfi is a better option than other heavy sweets.
Natural Ingredients: The main ingredient in it is coconut, which is rich in fiber and good fats.
Energy Booster: It provides instant energy, which is beneficial for growing children.
Expert View: Dr Sharma says, “We have control over homemade sweets. We can also keep the sugar content low and use good quality ingredients. Coconut contains MCTs (medium-chain triglycerides), which are good for metabolism.”
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📋 Fun to prepare: Ingredients for Coconut Barfi
This recipe makes about 20-25 small pieces.
| Ingredients | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Freshly grated coconut | 3 Cup (250 grams) | Packaged or fresh, unsweetened |
| Sugar | 1 Cup(200 grams) | Adjust as per taste |
| Milk | 1 Cup(250 ml) | Full cream milk will give the best results |
| Ghee | 2-3 tbsp | Homemade ghee will enhance the taste |
| Milk Powder | 1/4 Cup (optional) | This makes the barfi more rich and creamy |
| Cardamom Powder | 1/2 tsp | |
| Chopped almonds and pistachios | for garnish |
🍳 Method of Preparation: Step-by-Step Guide (Coconut Barfi Recipe)
👆 Step 1: Boiling the Milk (The Base)
Friends, take a heavy bottom pan (Kadhai). Add milk in it and boil it on medium flame.
It has to be boiled till it thickens a little (about 5-7 minutes).
✌️ Step 2: Add Sweetness (The Sweetness)
Friends, now add sugar to it. And stir well so that the sugar dissolves completely.
🤟 Step 3: The Magic of Coconut (The Star Ingredient)
Friends, now add grated coconut to it. And keep stirring continuously so that no lumps are formed.
🖖 Step 4: Cook and add ghee (The Cooking Magic)
Friends, cook the mixture on medium flame till it stops leaving the milk and starts separating from the sides of the pan.
Now add 2 tablespoons of ghee. This makes the barfi smooth and shiny.
✋ Step 5: Cook till it thickens (The Final Stage)
Friends, keep stirring the mixture continuously so that it thickens and takes the shape of a ball (dough).
And turn off the flame. Then add cardamom powder and milk powder (if using) to it.
🎉 Step 6: Setting & Shaping
Friends, you have to take a flat tray or thali, apply some ghee on it and pour the hot mixture in it and make it smooth and flat. Then decorate it by adding chopped dry fruits on top.
Then keep it aside to cool for 2-3 hours (you can also keep it in the fridge).
After cooling, cut it into square or diamond shapes with a knife.
✅ Friends, your delicious and perfect coconut barfi is ready.
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💡 Expert Tips
Choice of coconut: Friends, fresh grated coconut is the best, but if not available, use unsweetened packaged coconut.
Secret of consistency: Friends, cook the mixture until it starts separating easily from the sides of the pan. This is the most important step.
Soft and hard barfi: Friends, if you like soft barfi, then do not let the mixture dry too much. If you want a hard version, cook a little more.
Color and taste: Friends, you can soak some strands of saffron in milk and add it. This will enhance both the color and taste of the barfi.
🎊 A Sweet Conclusion
Friends, coconut barfi is not just a sweet, but also a way to share happiness. It is very easy to make, its ingredients are also simple, and the result is always great.
Friends, this Diwali, Holi, Rakshabandhan, or any special day, do try this recipe. And there is a different joy in feeding your loved ones this sweet made by your own hands. This recipe will make a special place in your family recipe book.
