✨ Introduction:
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Kaju Katli – Ek Mithas Bhari Yaad
Kya aapko bhi Kaju Katli ka naam sunte hi bachpan ki mithaas yaad aa jaati hai? Shaadi ho, Diwali ho, ya kisi ka birthday – Kaju Katli hamesha se hamare Indian sweets ka superstar rahi hai. Patli si, silver vark se sajji hui aur mooh mein jaate hi melt ho jaane wali yeh mithai har dil ko choo jaati hai.
Aaj ke blog mein, hum seekhenge kaise sirf 5 sweet steps mein ghar par hi bilkul market-style Kaju Katli recipe banayi ja sakti hai. Saath hi jaanein kuch tips, variations, aur FAQs bhi jo aapke kaam aayenge.
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Kaju Katli – A Sweet Memory from Every Indian Home
Does the word Kaju Katli instantly bring back childhood memories of Indian festivals and celebrations? Be it weddings, Diwali, or birthdays – Kaju Katli has always been the shining star of Indian sweets. Thin, silver-coated, and melt-in-the-mouth – this mithai is truly unforgettable.
In today’s blog, we’ll learn how to make delicious, halwai-style Kaju Katli at home in just 5 sweet and simple steps. We’ll also explore some secret tips, exciting variations, and answer some frequently asked questions to help you master this royal treat.
🥣 Step 1: Kaju Ki Perfect Grinding
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✔ Ingredients:
1 cup Kaju (Cashew Nuts) – room temperature par sukhaye hue
👉 Kaise Karein:
Kaju ko kisi airtight dabbe mein 1-2 ghante ke liye room temp par rakhein (fridge se directly na use karein).
Mixer grinder mein chhote batches mein daal kar pulse mode pe grind karein.
Dhyan rahe over-grind na karein, warna paste ban jaayega.
Aapko ek fine, dry kaju powder chahiye.
🔸 Pro Tip: Sieve (chalni) se powder ko chhaan lein. Jo moti bachi ho use dobara grind karein.
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✔ Ingredients:
1 cup Cashews (Kaju) – dried and at room temperature
👉 Method:
Let the cashews sit at room temperature for 1-2 hours. (Do not use straight from the fridge.)
In a mixer grinder, grind small batches using pulse mode.
Be careful not to over-grind – we want dry powder, not a paste.
The result should be a fine cashew powder.
🔸 Pro Tip: Sieve the powder. Re-grind any coarse bits for a uniform texture.
🍯 Step 2: Preparing the Sugar Syrup (Chashni)
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✔ Ingredients:
½ cup Cheeni (Sugar)
¼ cup Pani (Water)
👉 Kaise Karein:
Pan mein cheeni aur pani daal kar medium flame pe chadhayein.
Cheeni galne dein aur usse ek taar ki chashni banne dein.
Jaise hi ek taar (single thread) banne lage, gas band karein.
🔸 Pro Tip: Ungliyon ke beech sirf ek patla taar aaye, tab samajh jaiye chashni perfect hai.
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✔ Ingredients:
½ cup Sugar
¼ cup Water
👉 Method:
In a non-stick pan, combine sugar and water and heat on medium flame.
Stir until the sugar dissolves and starts to thicken.
When the syrup forms a single thread between your fingers, turn off the heat.
🔸 Pro Tip: A proper one-string consistency means the syrup forms a thin thread between your fingertips without breaking.
🥄 Step 3: Mixing Cashew Powder with Syrup
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👉 Kaise Karein:
Garam chashni mein kaju powder thoda-thoda karke daalna shuru karein.
Continuous stir karte rahein taki lumps na banein.
Mix thoda thick hone lage to flame low karke mix karte rahein (2-3 min).
Jab mixture pan se chhootne lage, tab flame off karein.
🔸 Consistency Check: Mixture soft play-dough jaise lage. Zyada pakaaya to hard ho jaayega.
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👉 Method:
Gradually add the cashew powder into the warm syrup while stirring constantly.
Mix well to avoid any lumps.
Keep stirring over low flame for 2-3 minutes until the mixture starts to leave the sides of the pan.
Once the mixture looks like a soft dough, turn off the heat.
🔸 Consistency Check: The mixture should resemble soft play-dough. Don’t overcook, or the Katli will become hard.
💫 Step 4: Rolling the Dough – Just Like a Pro
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👉 Kaise Karein:
Ghee lagakar ek butter paper par mixture nikaalein.
Thoda thanda hone dein (lukewarm).
Haath se knead karke soft dough bana lein.
Do butter paper ke beech mein rakhkar rolling pin (belan) se roll karein.
Approx 3-5 mm thickness tak roll karein.
🔸 Optional: Silver vark (chaandi ka warq) lagana chahein to abhi karein.
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👉 Method:
Grease a butter paper or parchment sheet with ghee.
Pour the warm dough onto it and let it cool slightly (lukewarm).
Knead it gently with your hands into a soft dough.
Place it between two sheets of butter paper and roll it out using a rolling pin.
Roll to about 3–5 mm thickness.
🔸 Optional: Add silver vark (edible silver foil) now for that authentic look.
🔪 Step 5: Cutting Into Diamond-Shaped Pieces
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👉 Kaise Karein:
Roll kiya hua dough ab thoda set ho chuka hoga.
Knife se diamond shapes mein cut karein.
Thoda set hone ke baad alag karein.
🔸 Pro Tip: Knife pe ghee laga ke cut karenge to shapes clean aayenge.
🍬 Kaju Katli Ready Hai! Ab Serve Karein Pyaar Se
Ghar par bani hui Kaju Katli ko aap airtight box mein store kar sakte hain. Room temperature par yeh 5-7 din tak fresh rehti hai.
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👉 Method:
Let the rolled dough sit for a few minutes to set.
Use a sharp knife to cut diamond-shaped pieces.
Separate gently after they’re slightly firm.
🔸 Pro Tip: Grease the knife with a little ghee for clean and sharp cuts.
🍬 Your Kaju Katli is Ready – Time to Serve with Love!
Your homemade Kaju Katli is ready to serve. Store it in an airtight container – it stays fresh at room temperature for up to 5–7 days.
🌰 Quick Recap of Ingredients
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Ingredients Quantity
Kaju (Cashew) 1 cup (125 gm)
Sugar (Cheeni) ½ cup (100 gm)
Water (Pani) ¼ cup
Ghee (for rolling) 1 tsp
Silver Vark (optional) As needed
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Ingredient Quantity
Cashew Nuts 1 cup (125 gm)
Sugar ½ cup (100 gm)
Water ¼ cup
Ghee (for rolling) 1 tsp
Silver Vark (optional) As needed
💡 7 Secret Tips to Make the Best Kaju Katli
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Fresh Kaju hi use karein, moisture-free.
Powder banate waqt pulse mode ka use karein.
Ek taar ki chashni – yeh most important step hai.
Dough overcook na ho, warna katli hard ho jaayegi.
Belan se gently roll karein, zyada pressure na de.
Katli set hone ke baad hi cut karein.
Airtight dabbe mein store karein, fridge mein nahi.
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Always use fresh, moisture-free cashews.
Use pulse mode to grind – don’t overdo it.
Master the one-string sugar syrup – it’s the key.
Don’t overcook the mixture, or the Katli will turn hard.
Roll gently and evenly for smooth katli sheets.
Cut after slight setting, not too early.
Store in an airtight container – no need to refrigerate.
🎉 Exciting Variations of Kaju Katli
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1. Rose Kaju Katli
Rose essence ya rose syrup milaakar floral mithaas paayein.
2. Chocolate Kaju Katli
Thoda cocoa powder add karke banayein fusion mithai.
3. Dry Fruit Stuffed Katli
Kaju katli ke andar pista aur badam ka stuffing bhar ke twist laayen.
4. Sugar-free Kaju Katli
Diabetic friendly version jisme honey ya jaggery ka use karein.
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1. Rose Kaju Katli
Add a few drops of rose essence or rose syrup for a floral twist.
2. Chocolate Kaju Katli
Mix in some cocoa powder to create a delightful fusion sweet.
3. Stuffed Dry Fruit Katli
Add a layer of chopped pistachios or almonds in the center before rolling.
4. Sugar-Free Kaju Katli
For a healthier version, substitute sugar with honey or jaggery (for advanced users).
🎁 When to Serve Kaju Katli?
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Diwali Gifts – Ghar ke banaye hue swadisht gifts
Birthday Parties – Kids se lekar adults tak sab pasand karte hain
Festivals & Poojas – Bhog ke roop mein bhi perfect hai
Wedding Boxes – Shaadi ke invitation ke sath ek mithaas
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Diwali Gifting – Share homemade sweetness with loved ones.
Birthday Parties – A treat loved by all age groups.
Festivals and Poojas – Perfect for prasad or bhog offerings.
Wedding Gift Boxes – Make your invitations sweeter!
❤️ Final Thoughts: A Sweet That Melts the Heart
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Kya aapne notice kiya, kaise sirf 5 sweet steps mein aapne ek legendary mithai bana li? Ghar ki bani Kaju Katli na sirf swad mein best hoti hai, balki pyaar se bhari hoti hai.
Toh aaj hi try kariye yeh simple Kaju Katli recipe, aur apne parivaar ke chehre pe muskaan layein. Kyunki jab aapke haathon ki mithaas un tak pahuchti hai, tab sach mein “Dil se jud jaata hai swad!”
Agar aapko yeh recipe pasand aayi ho to blog ko share karein, Instagram par apne photos post karein aur humein tag karein! 🥰
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Did you notice how just 5 sweet steps can help you recreate one of India’s most iconic sweets at home? Homemade Kaju Katli isn’t just delicious – it’s made with love.
Try this simple recipe today and fill your home with the aroma of cashews and joy. Because when your handmade sweets reach your loved ones – it touches hearts more than just taste buds!
If you enjoyed this recipe, feel free to share it with your friends or post your creations on Instagram and tag us! 🥰
❤️ Final Thoughts: A Sweet That Melts the Heart
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Q1: Kaju ko soak karna hota hai kya?
Nahi. Sirf room temperature par sukhaye huye kaju use karein, varna powder paste ban jaayega.
Q2: Kya Kaju Katli bina chashni ke ban sakti hai?
Technically nahi. Chashni ya to sugar syrup se ya condensed milk se banana hi padta hai.
Q3: Kaju Katli hard kyun ho jaati hai?
Overcooking ya zyada sugar syrup hone se katli hard ho jaati hai.
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Q1: Should I soak cashews before grinding?
No. Only use dry, room-temperature cashews. Soaked cashews will become a paste, not powder.
Q2: Can I make Kaju Katli without sugar syrup?
Not really. Sugar syrup is essential. Alternatives like condensed milk exist, but they alter the taste.
Q3: Why does my Kaju Katli turn hard?
Overcooking the mixture or a thick sugar syrup can cause this.