Description
Kaju Kalakand is a rich and creamy Indian dessert made primarily from cashew nuts (kaju) and milk solids (khoya). It is a popular sweet, particularly in North India.
Here’s a brief description:
Ingredients: The primary ingredients are cashew nuts, khoya, sugar, and cardamom.
Preparation: Cashew nuts are ground into a fine paste. Khoya is melted and mixed with the cashew paste, along with sugar and cardamom. The mixture is then cooked until it thickens and sets. It is often garnished with chopped cashews.
Taste and Texture: Kaju Kalakand is known for its rich, nutty flavor and dense, creamy texture. The sweetness is balanced by the slight tang of the khoya.
Appearance: It is typically cut into squares or rectangles and has a light brown color.