Mawa Dry Fruits Sandwich Burfi

Mawa Dry Fruits Sandwich Burfi is a delicious treat for anyone with a sweet tooth. Made with milk powder mawa and rich dry fruits, this burfi tastes no less than a royal dessert. It is quick, easy, and absolutely rewarding for the little effort it requires.

This burfi is a festive favorite and a crowd-pleaser. Whether you are celebrating Diwali, Holi, Raksha Bandhan, or simply hosting guests at home, this traditional sweet is sure to win admiration. The combination of mawa and dry fruits has always been a classic, and you can easily find many variations of it in Indian sweet shops. But making it at home gives you the joy of freshness and customization.

Why You’ll Love Mawa Dry Fruits Sandwich Burfi

• Rich and indulgent – packed with nuts and creamy mawa
• Quick and easy recipe – perfect for last-minute festivals or guests
• Festive delight – ideal for Diwali, Holi, or any celebration
• Customizable – use milk powder mawa or store-bought khoya
• Homemade freshness – tastes even better than mithai shop sweets

Helpful Tips for the Best Burfi

• Roast the dry fruits lightly for extra crunch and flavor.
• If using store-bought khoya, make sure to add sugar if it is unsweetened.
• Always cook the mixture on low flame to avoid burning.
• Let the burfi set completely before cutting into sandwich-style pieces.

This burfi not only looks attractive with its layers but also makes a perfect gift during festivals. Serve it as a dessert after meals or pack it in decorative boxes for your loved ones.

If you are looking for a traditional Indian sweet that is both rich and easy to prepare, this Mawa Dry Fruits Sandwich Burfi recipe is a must-try. Once you make it, you’ll see why this mithai is considered a royal indulgence.

If you are looking for more sweets recipes, do try following

• Shankarpali
• Coconut Rose Laddu
• Pan Laddu
• Kaju Pista Rolls
• Nankhatai

Also visit my YouTube channel Shriyog Kitchen by Yogita for more recipe videos.

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Mawa dry fruits burfi

Easy Mawa Dry Fruits Sandwich Burfi recipe made with mawa, milk powder, and nuts. A royal, festive Indian sweet perfect for Diwali, Holi, and parties.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Resting Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 40 minutes mins

Servings: 12 qty

Course: Dessert, sweets

Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• For dry fruits layer:
• 1/4 cup Dates
• 1/3 cup Cashew nuts
• 1/3 cup Almonds
• 1/8 cup Pistachio

To make mawa:

• 1/4 cup Ghee
• 3/4 cup Milk
• 1/2 cup Sugar
• 1/2 tsp Cardamom powder
• Silver leaf varakh optional

Method

 

Preparing the Dry Fruits Layer

1. Add soft dates to a grinding jar and blend until smooth.
2. Transfer the date paste into a mixing bowl.
3. Add roughly chopped cashews, almonds, and pistachios.
4. Mix everything well to form a soft dough.
5. If the mixture feels too dry, add a teaspoon of milk to bind it.
6. Set this dry fruit mixture aside.

Preparing the Mawa Layer

1. Heat a pan and add ghee, milk, and sugar. Stir until combined.
2. Add milk powder gradually and mix well, breaking any lumps.
3. Switch on the gas and cook the mixture on a low flame.
4. Add cardamom powder for flavor. Stir continuously to prevent burning.
5. Cook until the mixture thickens, forms a dough, and leaves the sides of the pan.
6. Divide the cooked mawa mixture into two equal portions.

Assembling the Burfi

1. Grease a tray with ghee and spread one portion of the mawa mixture evenly.
2. Flatten the prepared dry fruit mixture with your hands or roll it on a board.
3. Place the dry fruit layer on top of the mawa base.
4. Spread the remaining mawa mixture over the dry fruit layer.
5. For a festive touch, apply edible silver leaf (chandi varak) on top. This step is optional.
6. Let the burfi set for at least one hour.
7. Cut into squares or diamond shapes and serve to your family and friends.

Notes

• In case the dry fruit mixture is too dry, add a tsp of milk to bind it well.
• If your mawa mixture is too runny add some milk powder.
• You can use your favorite dry fruits to make dry fruit layer. 
• You can also make just mawa burfi by spreading mawa mixture in a greased pan.

DRY FRUITS MAWA BURFI WITH DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS AND STEP BY STEP PHOTOS

Grind soft dates until smooth. Transfer the date paste into a mixing bowl.

Add roughly chopped cashews, almonds, and pistachios. Mix everything well to form a soft dough.

Heat a pan and add ghee, milk, and sugar. Stir until combined.

Add milk powder gradually and mix well, breaking any lumps.

Switch on the gas and cook the mixture on a low flame. Add cardamom powder for flavor. Stir continuously to prevent burning.

Cook until the mixture thickens, forms a dough, and leaves the sides of the pan.

Divide the cooked mawa mixture into two equal portions.

Grease a tray with ghee and spread one portion of the mawa mixture evenly.

Flatten the prepared dry fruit mixture with your hands or roll it on a board.

Place the dry fruit layer on top of the mawa base.

Spread the remaining mawa mixture over the dry fruit layer.

For a festive touch, apply edible silver leaf (chandi varak) on top. This step is optional. Let the burfi set for at least one hour.