Easy Vegan Kaju Katli Recipe

Producer: Swati Chaturvedi

1 cup cashews, 1 cup powdered sugar, 1/4 cup water, 1 tbsp coconut oil, 1/2 tsp cardamom powder, 1 tbsp rose water

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Soak cashews in water for 2 hours; drain.

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Blend cashews into a fine paste with a bit of water if needed.

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Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.

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Add cashew paste, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring continuously.

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Add powdered sugar and cardamom powder; mix well.

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Cook until the mixture thickens and starts to leave the sides of the pan.

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Remove from heat; stir in rose water if using.

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Transfer mixture to a greased tray; flatten with a spatula.

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Let cool completely; cut into diamond-shaped pieces.

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