Dharwad Peda

Dharwad Peda is a famous sweet from the town of Dharwad in Karnataka, India. It is a rich, delicious milk-based dessert with a melt-in-the-mouth texture. Known for its distinctive flavor and creamy consistency, Dharwad Peda is prepared by slowly simmering full-fat milk, which is then reduced to a thick, fudgy consistency. This dessert is typically flavored with cardamom and garnished with nuts like cashews and almonds.

Here’s how you can make Dharwad Peda at home:

Ingredients:

• 1 liter full-fat milk
• 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter)
• 1/2 cup khoya or mawa (dried milk solids)
• 4-5 cardamom pods, powdered
• 1/4 cup chopped cashews or almonds (optional for garnish)
• A pinch of saffron strands (optional)
• A few drops of rose or kewra water (optional for aroma)