Kaju Katli (Cashew Fudge Diamonds)
Silky cashew fudge rolled thin and cut into diamonds, a Diwali favourite made with just four ingredients.
- Time40 min
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £0.69 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Grind the cashews in short pulses in a dry food processor to a fine powder, like flour. Stop before it turns oily. Sift to remove any chunks.
- 2
Heat the sugar and water in a non stick pan, stirring, until dissolved. Simmer for 5 to 6 minutes until the syrup is sticky and a drop pressed between finger and thumb forms a single thread.
6 min - 3
Turn the heat to low. Tip in the cashew powder and cardamom and stir constantly for 5 to 7 minutes until the mixture leaves the sides of the pan and forms a soft, non sticky dough.
7 min - 4
Stir in the ghee and rose water. Tip onto a sheet of baking paper and let it cool for 5 minutes until warm enough to handle.
- 5
Knead briefly until smooth, then roll out between two sheets of baking paper to about 4 mm thick.
- 6
Leave for 20 minutes to firm up, then cut into diamonds with a sharp knife. Keeps in an airtight tin for 5 days.
20 min
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
