As summer arrives, ice cream becomes the top demand for children! They love its cool and sweet taste, but store-bought ice cream often contains additives, preservatives, and artificial flavors that can be harmful to health, especially for children's delicate systems. Why not opt for a delicious and healthy alternative? Homemade almond-pistachio kulfi is not only tasty and nutritious but also uses entirely pure ingredients. This kulfi will not only bring smiles to children's faces but also remind adults of their childhood.
The Delight of Homemade Kulfi, Without Preservatives
Store-bought ice cream may be tasty, but the preservatives and artificial flavors are not considered healthy. Homemade kulfi, on the other hand, uses pure milk, real dried fruits, and natural sweetness without chemicals. Almond-pistachio kulfi is not only delicious but also rich in protein and calcium, which aids in children's bone and brain development.
Ingredients for Almond-Pistachio Kulfi
Making kulfi at home is as easy as it is important to use the right ingredients. Here's a simple recipe:
Ingredients
• Full-cream milk – 1 liter
• Condensed milk – ½ cup
• Sugar – ¼ cup (to taste)
• Almonds – 15-20 (finely chopped or coarsely ground)
• Pistachios – 15-20 (chopped)
• Cardamom powder – ½ teaspoon
• Saffron strands – 7-8 (soaked in warm milk)
With these ingredients, preparing kulfi at home becomes easy, and the taste is far superior to store-bought versions.
How to Make Delicious Almond-Pistachio Kulfi at Home
1. First, boil the milk in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat, stirring continuously to prevent sticking.
2. When the milk reduces to half, add the condensed milk and sugar. Mix well.
3. Now add the ground almonds, pistachios, cardamom powder, and saffron milk.
4. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the flavors blend well.
5. Turn off the gas and let the mixture cool slightly.
6. Once lukewarm, pour it into kulfi molds and refrigerate for at least 6-8 hours or overnight.
7. After the kulfi is frozen, remove it from the molds by briefly running them under warm water and serve on a plate.
A Homemade Kulfi Loved by Children and Adults Alike
Almond-pistachio kulfi is a delicious and healthy dessert not just for children but also for adults. You can serve it on a hot summer afternoon or as a sweet treat after dinner. The nutritional value of the dried fruits and the strength of the milk make it a complete and healthy dessert. This summer, say goodbye to store-bought ice cream and make this amazing kulfi at home – the best of both taste and health.
