Rice Barfi

Rice Barfi | Soft & Tasty Homemade Mithai

A delicious, melt-in-the-mouth barfi made from roasted rice, caramel, and milk—perfect for festive celebrations!

Prepare Rice Powder

Wash the raw rice well and strain the water completely.

Roast the rice on low flame for 5–7 minutes until aromatic.

Add almonds and cashews; roast for 2 minutes.

Let the mixture cool completely.

Grind into a fine powder and set aside.

Make Caramel Syrup

In a pan, add 3/4 cup sugar and heat until it caramelizes.

Carefully add 1/2 cup hot water and cook until the caramel fully dissolves.

Cook Barfi Mixture

Add a pinch of cardamom powder and 1 cup milk to the caramel syrup.

Gradually add the prepared rice powder while stirring continuously.

Cook on low flame until the milk is fully absorbed.

Add 1 tbsp ghee and cook until the mixture leaves the sides of the pan.

Set the Barfi

Transfer the mixture into a 6-inch greased pan.

Spread it evenly and flatten the top using a spatula.

Let it rest for 2 hours or until fully set.

Cut into pieces and enjoy your soft rice barfi!