Tricolor Burfi

Tricolor Burfi is an exquisite Indian dessert that symbolizes the three colors of the Indian flag, making it the perfect treat to celebrate Independence Day or Republic Day. This colorful dessert, layered with vibrant hues, is packed with energy and nutrition, making it as rich in flavor as it is in cultural significance.

Tricolor Burfi Flavors That Represent India’s Diversity

What makes Tricolor Burfi special is the mix of ingredients that bring together different flavors, much like India’s diverse culture. Each layer represents a different color and flavor:

• Orange Layer: Made with almond flour and saffron (kesar), this layer has a warm, aromatic taste.
• White Layer: Cashew flour (kaju) and cardamom (elaichi) create a creamy, mildly spiced flavor.
• Green Layer: Made with milk powder and pistachios, it adds a fresh, nutty taste.

Each layer is unique, combining to create a rich, flavorful dessert.

A Burst of Energy in Every Bite

Tricolor Burfi is delicious and nutritious. Almonds, cashews, and milk powder provide healthy fats, protein, and calcium. It’s an energizing treat that will satisfy your cravings while fueling your body.

Nostalgia and Connection to India

For those far from India, Independence Day or Republic Day brings a mix of joy and nostalgia. Being away from home can stir feelings of longing. This recipe is my way of connecting with India. The ingredients not only reflect the colors of the Indian flag but also the richness of our culinary traditions.

Through this dessert, I’m celebrating the warmth and diversity of India, even from afar.

Make Your Republic Day Special with Tricolor Burfi

Whether you’re in India or abroad, Tricolor Burfi is a must-try. With its almond, cashew, saffron, cardamom, and pistachio blend, this dessert embodies India’s vibrant flavors in every bite.

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

• Sandwich burfi
• Coconut Rose Laddu
• Pan Laddu
• Kaju Pista Rolls
• Nankhatai
• Kesar Malai Laddu
• Shankarpali

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

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Tricolor Burfi

This tricolor burfi is not just using different colors but each layer is made with different dominant ingredients. 

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Course: sweets

Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For Almond & Safforn – Orange layer

• 1/4 cup Sugar
• 1/4 cup Water
• 1 cup Almond powder
• 1 tbsp Saffron milk
• 1 tbsp Ghee
• 1/4 tsp Kesar food color

For Cashew & Cardamom – White layer

• 1/4 cup Sugar
• 1/4 cup Water
• 1 cup Cashew powder
• 1/2 tsp Cardamom powder
• 1 tbsp Ghee

For Milk and pistachio – Green layer

• 1/4 cup Milk
• 1/4 cup Sugar
• 1 tbsp Ghee
• 1 cup Milk powder
• 1/4 cup Pistachio powder
• 1/4 tsp Green food color

Method

 

How to make Almond Powder

1. Soak 1 cup of Almonds to lukewarm water for an hour.
2. After soaking peel the skin of almonds and dry them completely with napkin.
3. Grind the almonds, do not make paste, use on and off technic and grind into powder. For this recipe we don’t need very fine powder so no need to sieve the powder.

How to make Cashew Powder

1. Grind 1 cup of cashew, use on and off technic and grind into powder. For this recipe we don’t need very fine powder so no need to sieve the powder.

How to make Pistachio Powder

1. Grind 1/4 cup of Pistachio, use on and off technic and grind into powder. For this recipe we don’t need very fine powder so no need to sieve the powder.

For Kesar Badam – Orange layer

1. Soak 1 tsp of saffron into 1 tbsp of hot milk. Soak them for 30 minutes.
2. In a pan, add 1/4 cup of sugar and same quantity 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.
3. Add almond powder, previously soaked saffron milk, ghee and orange food color. Mix everything well.
4. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on low flame until it thickens and forms into dough and separates from pan. Turn off the flame.
5. Transfer the mixture into tray lined with butter paper. Spread it evenly and make one layer. Kesar Badam layer is ready, set it aside.

For Kaju Elaichi – White layer

1. In a pan, add 1/4 cup of sugar and same quantity 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.
2. Add cashew powder, cardamom powder and ghee. Mix everything well.
3. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on low flame until it thickens and forms into dough and separates from pan. Turn off the flame.
4. Spread it evenly over first layer. Kaju Elaichi layer is ready, set it aside.

For Dudh Pista – Green layer

1. In a pan, add milk, sugar and ghee, mix well and cook until sugar melts.
2. Add milk powder, pistachio powder and green food color. Mix everything well.
3. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on low flame until it thickens and forms into dough and separates from pan. Turn off the flame.
4. Spread it evenly over second layer. Dudh Pista layer is ready, set it aside.
5. Set the layers for an hour.
6. After an hour, if the burphi is nicely set, remove it from butter paper, and cut it into desired shapes. Tricolor Burphi is ready. Enjoy it with friends and family.

Notes

• You can use store brought Almond flour if you want to minimize the time, this recipe will turn out super using almond flour. 
• In cashew layer, you can add additional flavors like rose water or kewada water.

TRICOLOR BURPHI WITH DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS AND STEP BY STEP PHOTOS

Step 1: In a pan, add 1/4 cup of sugar and same quantity water, Mix it and keep it boiling until sugar is dissolved and the syrup is of one string consistency .

Step 2: Add almond powder, previously soaked saffron milk, ghee and orange food color. Mix everything well.

Step 3: Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on low flame until it thickens and forms into dough and separates from pan. Turn off the flame.

Step 4: Transfer the mixture into tray lined with butter paper. Spread it evenly and make one layer. Kesar Badam layer is ready, set it aside.

Step 5: In a pan, add 1/4 cup of sugar and same quantity water, Mix it and keep it boiling until sugar is dissolved and the syrup is of one string consistency . 

Step 6: Add cashew powder, cardamom powder and ghee. Mix everything well.

Step 7: Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on low flame until it thickens and forms into dough and separates from pan. Turn off the flame.

Step 8: Spread it evenly over first layer. Kaju Elaichi layer is ready, set it aside.

Step 9: In a pan, add milk, sugar and ghee, mix well and cook until sugar melts.

Step 10: Add milk powder, pistachio powder and green food color. Mix everything well.

Step 11: Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on low flame until it thickens and forms into dough and separates from pan. Turn off the flame.

Step 12: Spread it evenly over second layer. Dudh Pista layer is ready, set it aside.

Step 13: After an hour, if the burphi is nicely set, remove it from butter paper, and cut it into desired shapes. Tricolor Burphi is ready. 

Make this on Republic Day, Independence Day of India or any occasion, it will bring delight to your friends and family.