Date and Nut Barfi with Cardamom Essence

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Soft, chewy Indian fudge made from dates and mixed nuts, infused with fragrant cardamom for a healthy, naturally sweet dessert. This Indian-inspired recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, layers pitted dates, ghee, cardamom powder into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 8 Indian cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 200 g pitted dates and 2 tbsp water. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes until the dates soften and form a sticky paste.
  2. Step 2: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tsp cardamom powder and 2 tbsp ghee until fully incorporated and fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Fold in 150 g chopped mixed nuts evenly.
  4. Step 4: Line a small square pan with parchment paper and transfer the date-nut mixture, pressing it firmly and evenly to about 1/2-inch thickness.
  5. Step 5: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm. Cut into small squares and serve as a naturally sweet Indian dessert or snack.

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