Pistachio Barfi Recipe (Pista Barfi)
This homemade pistachio barfi recipe is a classic Indian sweet with a soft, creamy texture and a delicate milk flavor. Made with milk powder, condensed milk, ghee, cardamom, and topped generously with chopped pistachios, this white barfi has an elegant appearance and a rich melt-in-the-mouth texture.Unlike colorful pistachio sweets that use pistachio paste or food coloring, this traditional-style pista barfi keeps the beautiful natural white color of milk-based mithai. The bright pistachio pieces on top add a lovely contrast, a gentle nutty flavor, and a festive finish.
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk powder
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup full-fat milk
- 3 tbsp ghee
- ½ tsp cardamom powder
- Few strands of saffron (optional)
- 1 tsp rose water (optional)
- ¼ cup finely chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Grease a square tray with ghee and set aside.
- Heat ghee in a heavy-bottom pan over low heat.
- Add milk powder, condensed milk, and milk. Stir continuously until smooth.
- Cook on low heat until the mixture thickens and starts leaving the sides of the pan.
- Add cardamom powder, saffron, and rose water. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared tray and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle chopped pistachios on top and gently press them into the surface.
- Allow the barfi to cool completely, then refrigerate for 1–2 hours.
- Cut into 20 square or diamond-shaped pieces and serve.
Notes
Please note: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using an online nutrition calculator.