This recipe is for Alwar's famous milk cake, a delightful Indian sweet that is rich, grainy, and caramelized. The process involves reducing milk, adding sugar and ghee, and letting it set for hours to achieve the perfect texture. It's a traditional dessert that brings back memories of halwai-style sweets. You can watch the detailed recipe on my YouTube channel, Tripti Home Kitchen.
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Ingredients
Milk2L
Citric acid/Lemon Juice/Curd1pinch
Sugar200g
Ghee50g
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
278.8kcal (13.94%)
Protein
8.5g (17%)
Carbs
31.3g (11.36%)
Sugars
25.0g (50%)
Healthy Fat
4.4g
Unhealthy Fat
9.4g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
How to make Alwar's Famous Milk Cake
- Step 1
Grease a tin with ghee and keep it aside.
- Step 2
Place an iron pan on the flame, grease it with ghee, and pour in the raw milk for boiling.
- Step 3
Stir the milk continuously until it starts boiling, then let it boil until it reduces to half. Scrape the cream from the sides of the pan.
- Step 4
Add a pinch of citric acid or a few drops of lemon juice to the milk and let it boil for another 5 minutes.
- Step 5
Gradually add sugar while keeping the flame high and cook the mixture further.
- Step 6
Add ghee gradually and stir continuously. Optionally, you can add mawa/khoya.
- Step 7
When the sugar starts caramelizing and the milk thickens, turn off the flame.
- Step 8
Pour the mixture into the greased tin, cover it with a plate, and then wrap it with a thick cloth.
- Step 9
Keep the tin in a warm place for 7-8 hours to set.
- Step 10
After 7-8 hours, remove the milk cake from the tin and cut it into pieces.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
278.8kcal (13.94%)
Protein
8.5g (17%)
Carbs
31.3g (11.36%)
Sugars
25.0g (50%)
Healthy Fat
4.4g
Unhealthy Fat
9.4g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
Tips & Tricks
Stir the milk continuously to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
Scrape the cream from the sides of the pan to enhance the texture of the milk cake.
Ensure the sugar caramelizes properly for a rich flavor.
Keep the tin in a warm place to allow the milk cake to set perfectly.
FAQS
Can I use lemon juice instead of citric acid?
Yes, you can use lemon juice as an alternative to citric acid in this recipe.
How long does the milk cake need to set?
The milk cake needs to set for 7-8 hours in a warm place.
Can I add mawa/khoya to the recipe?
Yes, adding mawa/khoya is optional and can enhance the flavor and texture of the milk cake.
What type of milk should I use?
Full cream milk is recommended for this recipe to achieve the best texture and richness.
How do I store the milk cake?
Store the milk cake in an airtight container in a cool place or refrigerate it to keep it fresh.
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