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Almond-Pistachio Barfi

Almond-Pistachio Barfi

By OcadoLifePublished on 06 October 2026From YouTuber and cookbook author Chetna Makan, these moreish, gluten-free Almond-Pistachio Barfi are quick to make from just a few ingredients. Pistachios, ground almonds and fragrant cardamom combine for an aromatic, fudgy sweet treat – the perfect way to end an Indian meal. This recipe makes 36 pieces.
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Time and servings

20 minsTotal time
10 minsPrep time
10 minsCooking time

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp pistachios, finely chopped or sliced
  • 6 green cardamom pods
  • 2 tsp salted butter
  • 260g ground almonds
  • 397g tin condensed milk

Method

  • Step 1

    Line a 20cm square baking tin with baking paper and sprinkle the pistachios over the base. Set aside.

  • Step 2

    Using a pestle and mortar, crush the cardamom pods and discard the husks, then grind the seeds into a fine powder.

  • Step 3

    Melt 1 tsp butter in a pan over low heat. Add the ground almonds and cardamom, then stir in the condensed milk. Cook, stirring, for about 4 mins until the mixture thickens and starts to pull away from the sides of the pan. Add the remaining butter and mix well until glossy and combined.

  • Step 4

    Pour into the tin, cover with baking paper and press the mixture firmly into a smooth, even layer, pushing it into the corners (careful, it will be hot). Leave to cool and set at room temperature until firm enough to slice. Turn out and cut into 36 squares.