Delicious Kaju Modak for Ganesh Chaturthi

Delicious Kaju Modak for Ganesh Chaturthi
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Kaju modak is a delightful modern twist on the traditional modak, inspired by the ever-popular kaju katli. Made primarily with cashew nuts, sugar, and just a couple of other ingredients, these modaks are rich, mildly sweet, and melt in your mouth. With only four simple ingredients and a straightforward process, they are perfect for beginners and experienced cooks alike.

Thanks to their moderate sweetness and creamy texture, kaju modaks are loved by people who prefer desserts that are not overly sugary. They are also a favorite among children for their soft bite and nutty flavor. You can enjoy them plain or enhance them by adding a dry fruit stuffing for an extra burst of flavor—although in this recipe, we are keeping it wonderfully simple.

Traditionally prepared during Ganesh Chaturthi, these modaks are a beautiful offering to Lord Ganesha and a special treat for family gatherings. Whether you make them for a festival, a celebration, or simply to satisfy a sweet craving, kaju modak is sure to win hearts with its rich taste, elegant shape, and festive charm.

Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi with Modaks

During Ganesh Chaturthi 2020, I challenged myself to publish one unique modak recipe every day for 11 days – and it was such a wonderful experience! If you’re looking for variety, you can check out my 11 Modaks YouTube Playlist where I have shared many different flavors.

Some of the popular recipes include:

So, this Ganesh Chaturthi, do try this easy and delicious Kaju Modak recipe for Lord Ganesha and share the sweetness with your family. Don’t forget to let me know how you liked it!

For a step-by-step video guide, check out my YouTube channel and explore many more festive recipes.

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Kaju Modak

Kaju Modak is very easy and delicious dessert which is best for Ganesh Chaturthi festival. This is just 4 ingredient recipe made with Cashew nuts, Sugar, Ghee and Cardamom.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 15 People
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Cashew nuts
  • 1/3 cup Sugar
  • 1/3 cup Water
  • 1 tsp Cardamom powder
  • 1 tsp Ghee

Method
 

Cashew Powder:
  1. Add 1 cup of cashew nuts into grinding jar, grind it into fine powder. Don’t grind them in one go. Use on off method to grind cashew otherwise cashew will release oil.
  2. Sieve the powder, If there are any big chunks, grind them and sieve again. In this way we get fine powder which helps to make crack free soft dough.
Sugar Syrup:
  1. To make sugar syrup, add sugar in a pan. add same amount of water. Mix it and keep it boiling until sugar is dissolved and the syrup is of one string consistency . To check the consistency, touch the syrup with finger and then touch the finger to thumb, gently pull apart. If the syrup forms a single thread without any break, then one string consistency syrup is ready. Turn off the flame immediately, do not over cook the syrup.
To make Kaju Modak:
  1. Now, add the cashew powder into syrup and mix it well. Turn on the flame, stir it continuously. Cook on low flame for 3- 4 minute or until the mixture thickens and forms in a dough. Take small portion of mixture and roll it between fingers, if its form into dough ball that means it’s ready.
  2. Add cardamom powder and ghee, mix it well. Take out the mixture into bowl and let it cool but do not cool completely, else the kaju mixture will become hard.
  3. Take some mixture and put it into greased modak mould and close it tightly. Remove the excess mixture from mould, press gently. Open the mould and take out Kaju Modak. Offer to lord Ganesha and enjoy it with family and friends.

Notes

  • Use good quality cashew nuts for the best result.
  • Don’t grind them in one go. Use on off method to grind cashew otherwise cashew will release oil.
  • Sieving the powder is important step because it will give good texture to Modak.
  • To check the dough, take small portion of mixture and roll it between fingers, if its form into dough ball that means it’s ready.
  • If cashew dough is sticking to modak mold that means your dough is not cooked well or it has more moisture. In that case you can add some cashew powder or milk powder and cook it again to get rid of moisture.  
  • If kaju Modak dough turns hard then add some water and ghee and cook it in the pan again before setting it.
  • Kaju modak can be stored in the refrigerator for upto 15 to 20 days.

KAJU MODAK WITH DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS AND STEP BY STEP PHOTOS

Step 1:Add 1 cup of cashew nuts into grinding jar grind it into fine powder.

Step 2: Sieve the powder, If there are any big chunks, grind them and sieve again. In this way we get fine powder which helps to make crack free soft dough.

Step 3: To make sugar syrup, add sugar in a pan. add same amount of water. Mix it and keep it boiling until sugar is dissolved and the syrup is of one string consistency.

Step 4: Add the cashew powder into syrup and mix it well. Turn on the flame, stir it continuously. Cook on low flame for 3- 4 minute or until the mixture thickens and forms in a dough.

Step 5: To check the consistency, touch the syrup with finger and then touch the finger to thumb, gently pull apart. If the syrup forms a single thread without any break, then one string consistency syrup is ready. Turn off the flame immediately, do not over cook the syrup.

Step 6: Add cardamom powder and ghee. Mix it well. Take out the mixture into bowl and let it cool.

Step 7: Take some mixture and put it into greased modak mould and close it tightly. Remove the excess mixture from mould, press gently. Open the mould and take out Kaju Modak.

Kaju Modaks are ready, enjoy with family and friends. Do not forget to post your comments.

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