Chhena Peda Recipe
Soft, rich and delicious Chhena Peda made with fresh chhena, milk powder, sugar, ghee and cardamom. These easy homemade peda are perfect for festive celebrations and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chhena
- ¾ cup milk powder
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tbsp ghee
- 1 tsp cardamom powder
- Few almonds for garnishing
- Few saffron strands for garnishing
Instructions
- Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan.
- Add chhena and mix well. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Add sugar and mix until the sugar completely dissolves.
- Add milk powder and mix well over low heat, making sure there are no lumps.
- Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring continuously, until the mixture leaves the sides of the pan and comes together like a soft dough.
- Add cardamom powder and mix well.
- Immediately transfer the mixture to a lightly greased plate and allow it to cool slightly.
- While still warm, take about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a smooth ball.
- Flatten gently between your palms to shape it like a peda. You can also use a peda mould.
- Garnish with almonds and saffron.
- Serve and enjoy homemade Chhena Peda.
Notes
- Use fresh chhena for the best texture.
- Cook the mixture over low heat once the milk powder is added.
- Do not overcook, as the peda can become hard.
- Shape the peda while the mixture is still warm.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.