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Creamy Coconut Kalakand: Your Easy Sweet Treat Recipe!

Creamy Coconut Kalakand is a delightful Indian sweet made with ricotta cheese, coconut, and flavored with cardamom, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
  • 1 tablespoon ghee clarified butter
  • Chopped pistachios or almonds for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. In a non-stick pan, heat the ghee over medium heat.
  2. Add the ricotta cheese and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring continuously until it thickens slightly.
  3. Stir in the sweetened condensed milk, sugar, and cardamom powder. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until the mixture begins to leave the sides of the pan.
  4. Add the shredded coconut and mix well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined and thickened.
  5. Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool slightly.
  6. Grease a square or rectangular dish with a little ghee. Pour the mixture into the dish and spread it evenly.
  7. Allow it to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
  8. Once set, cut into squares or rectangles and garnish with chopped pistachios or almonds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12g

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, try adding a few drops of rose water to the mixture before pouring it into the dish.
  • You can also substitute the shredded coconut with finely chopped nuts for a different texture.

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