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    Home » Festivals » Diwali » Milk Powder Pumpkin Burfi | Easy Milk Powder Burfi Recipe

    Milk Powder Pumpkin Burfi | Easy Milk Powder Burfi Recipe

    Posted on October 26, 2021 · Last Updated on September 13, 2022 · By Srividhya G · 12 Comments

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    Quick and easy burfi recipe with milk powder, pumpkin puree, and cardamom flavor! A traditional recipe with seasonal flavors!

    indian milk pudge with pumpkin puree placed on silver plate lined with parchment paper and a clay lamp on the side

    I love seasonal fruits and vegetables, and I love incorporating them into my Indian desserts. I have already shared zucchini halwa and apple basundi. This year I have a burfi recipe with pumpkin puree. 

    I know I am going a bit crazy with the pumpkin puree recipes. I have already shared three recipes – pumpkin juice, pumpkin spice latte, and pumpkin spice cookies. And now it’s time for an Indian recipe – burfi or barfi.

    Burfi (also spelled as barfi) is a milk-based sweet more like a fudge. When we talk about Indian sweets or mithai, we can’t skip burfi. There are different types of burfi, and not all burfi recipes are made with milk powder. Besan burfi, yet another popular burfi, is prepared with chickpea flour. Similarly, you have burfi with cashews, almonds, and more. Check out 7 cup barfi which is made with assorted ingredients.

    What I like about the burfi recipe is, 

    • We don’t need to make any sugar syrup, and no need to worry about the consistency. 
    • It gets done in less than 30 minutes. 
    • You can infuse different flavors and make different varieties. 
    • Perfect for any festival or occasion. I usually make peda (a close cousin of milk powder burfi :-) ) on Thursdays as an offering to God. You can make this burfi, too, instead of peda.

    Ingredients required

    We need six ingredients to make this burfi. And here they are. You can find the exact measurements on the recipe card.

    Milk powder: I used whole milk powder. You can easily get them in Indian groceries or find them as dry whole milk in regular groceries/supermarkets.

    Milk: Along with milk powder, we also need milk. I used whole milk for this sweet. 

    Powdered sugar: For the barfi recipe, we use powdered sugar. I make mine at home. Take the raw sugar and powder it finely in a blender or coffee grinder.

    Pumpkin puree: I went with store-bought pumpkin puree. I know I am repeating this; we need plain puree for this recipe. Not the pumpkin pie filling.

    Ghee: I used homemade ghee and used only two tbsps for this recipe.

    Ground cardamom: While you can use any flavors of your choice, I love the flavor of cardamom in burfi. I went with my homemade cardamom powder, and I have shared how to make it on Youtube, do check it out. 

    Apart from these ingredients, we need some nuts and dried rose petals to garnish, and they are entirely optional. 

    close shot of the milk powder barfi

    VVK Tips

    • Like every other sweet recipe, I made this also in the stainless steel pan. As I mentioned in my thirupagam recipe, use a silicone spatula as it’s easy to scrape the sides without any damage to the pan, and it also comes out clean. 
    • I have used a minimal amount of ghee, but you can add one more tbsp extra. 
    • Always cook on medium-low heat (on a number scale between 3 and 4) and stir the sweet regularly. Do not leave it unattended for too long. 
    • Set the burfi on a plate lined with parchment paper. 
    • Let the burfi cool completely before slicing it. 

    Dietary specifications and storing suggestions

    It’s a gluten-free, vegetarian sweet recipe. I have used nuts as the topping, but you can skip it for a nut-free version. 

    Store the burfi in an air-tight container, and I refrigerate it usually, and it stays good for a week. 

    Milk powder and pumpkin burfi recipe with step-wise pictures

    • In a heavy-bottomed saucepan or kadai, add the milk powder, milk, powdered sugar, pumpkin puree, ground cardamom, and one tbsp of ghee.
    adding all the ingredients into a sauce
    • Mix it well without any lumps.
    barfi ingredients mixed into a paste
    • Over medium-low heat, cook this mixture. It will loosen up, and it will be slightly runny. And that’s perfectly fine. 
    runny burfi mixture
    • After about 4 to 5 minutes, the mixture will thicken, and at that stage, add the remaining ghee and mix well.
    add the remaining ghee and cook the barfi
    • Now reduce heat further (on a number scale to 2 or 3) and cook the mixture for 8 to 10 minutes (timing might vary, please see the consistency check below) until it thickens. Please do not leave it unattended. Keep stirring at regular intervals. 
    • Consistency check – When the milk powder mixture thickens, and it will come together as one mass. When you drop a blob of milk powder mix, it should fall without sticking in the spatula as shown in the picture; alternatively, you can take a small piece of the burfi mix and let it cool. If you can make a small ball without the mix sticking to your fingers, it is done. If not, cook again by adding little ghee. 
    burfi consistency check
    • Now transfer it to a plate or cake pan lined with parchment paper and spread it evenly or per the desired thickness. Sprinkle the nuts and rose petals and press them gently.
    setting the burfi
    • Let it cool for 60 to 90 minutes. The slice the burfi and enjoy.
    indian milk pudge with pumpkin puree placed on silver plate lined with parchment paper and a clay lamp on the side

    Recipe notes

    • Use flavorings of your choice, but with pumpkin, I won’t recommend rose flavor. 
    • I did not test the recipe with freshly grated pumpkin. But you can very well grate the pumpkin finely and use it. In that case, cook the pumpkin first with ghee and water; add the sugar and milk powder when the pumpkin becomes soft and tender.

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    Milk Powder Pumpkin Burfi | Easy Milk Powder Burfi Recipe

    Quick and easy burfi recipe with milk powder, pumpkin puree, and cardamom flavor! A traditional recipe with seasonal flavors!
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time20 minutes mins
    Total Time25 minutes mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Indian
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 195kcal
    Author: Srividhya G

    Ingredients

    Measurement Details: 1 cup = 240ml; 1 tbsp = 15ml; 1 tsp = 5ml;

    • 1 cup milk powder
    • ⅓ cup milk
    • ⅓ cup powdered sugar
    • ½ cup pumpkin puree
    • ½ tsp ground cardamom
    • 2 tbsp ghee divided
    • 2 tsp slivered pistachios
    • 1 tsp crushed dried rose petals

    Instructions

    • In a heavy-bottomed saucepan or kadai, add the milk powder, milk, powdered sugar, pumpkin puree, ground cardamom, and one tbsp of ghee.
    • Mix it well without any lumps.
    • Over medium-low heat, cook this mixture. It will loosen up, and it will be slightly runny. And that’s perfectly fine.
    • After about 4 to 5 minutes, the mixture will thicken, and at that stage, add the remaining ghee and mix well.
    • Now reduce heat further (on a number scale to 2 or 3) and cook the mixture for 8 to 10 minutes (timing might vary, please see the consistency check below) until it thickens. Please do not leave it unattended. Keep stirring at regular intervals.
    • Consistency check – When the milk powder mixture thickens, and it will come together as one mass. When you drop a blob of milk powder mix, it should fall without sticking in the spatula as shown in the picture; alternatively, you can take a small piece of the burfi mix and let it cool. If you can make a small ball without the mix sticking to your fingers, it is done. If not, cook again by adding little ghee.
    • Now transfer it to a plate or cake pan lined with parchment paper and spread it evenly or per the desired thickness. Sprinkle the nuts and rose petals and press them gently. Let it cool for 60 to 90 minutes. The slice the burfi and enjoy.

    Notes

    • Use flavorings of your choice, but with pumpkin, I won’t recommend rose flavor. 
    • I did not test the recipe with freshly grated pumpkin. But you can very well grate the pumpkin finely and use it. In that case, cook the pumpkin first with ghee and water; add the sugar and milk powder when the pumpkin becomes soft and tender.
    VVK Tips:
    • Like every other sweet recipe, I made this also in the stainless steel pan. As I mentioned in my thirupagam recipe, use a silicone spatula as it’s easy to scrape the sides without any damage to the pan, and it also comes out clean. 
    • I have used a minimal amount of ghee, but you can add one more tbsp extra. 
    • Always cook on medium-low heat (on a number scale between 3 and 4) and stir the sweet regularly. Do not leave it unattended for too long. 
    • Set the burfi on a plate lined with parchment paper. 
    • Let the burfi cool completely before slicing it. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 86mg | Potassium: 353mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 3404IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 217mg | Iron: 1mg

    I am not a nutritionist. The nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It varies depending upon the product types or brands.

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    1. Meena says

      October 29, 2024 at 4:39 pm

      5 stars
      Hi I have a question , is this a soft barfi or hard one ? I believe I followed your directions and my barfi is soft, but I don’t know if I just need to cook on the stove top a bit more ?

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        October 30, 2024 at 6:50 am

        Hi Meena, Yes my instructions will yield a soft one but if you cook for an additional 3 to 5 mts, it will be hard.

        Reply
    2. Suma Gandlur says

      November 08, 2021 at 6:56 am

      The burfi look colorful and very festive. The addition of pumpkin is an interesting one and the recipe sounds an easy one.

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        November 08, 2021 at 7:15 am

        Thanks Suma.

        Reply
    3. Radha says

      November 01, 2021 at 6:23 pm

      This is a delicious one! Pumpkins adds a beautiful color to the burfi.

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        November 02, 2021 at 5:55 am

        Thanks so much :-)

        Reply
    4. Vignesh says

      October 28, 2021 at 12:31 pm

      5 stars
      Wowww…. Looks soooo yummy and sounds delicious!!! Will give a try.. Your instructions can’t be any better!!!

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        October 28, 2021 at 5:41 pm

        Thanks :-)

        Reply
    5. Srivalli Jetti says

      October 28, 2021 at 4:28 am

      5 stars
      What an excellent way to use pumpkin Srividhya! The burfi has surely turned out so good!

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        October 28, 2021 at 5:41 pm

        Thanks so much Valli.

        Reply
    6. Vaishali says

      October 27, 2021 at 7:46 am

      5 stars
      Wow! The burfi looks super tempting. I have tried with bottle gourd but pumpkin – no! The recipe is really easy and doable. Very festive Mithai, and a must try.

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        October 27, 2021 at 12:18 pm

        Thanks Vaishali.

        Reply
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