How long can I store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, prepare up to 2 days in advance and freeze, keeping it tightly sealed.

What if I don’t have molds?

You can use small cups or ramekins as a substitute.

Can I use a sugar substitute for a lower calorie version?

Yes, you can replace sugar with a sweetener like stevia or erythritol in smaller amounts.

What if I’m allergic to nuts?

Skip the pistachios and try a nut-free garnish like crushed pretzels or cookie crumbs.

Fragrant Indian Kesar Pista Kulfi with Cardamom Sprinkles

Name: Fragrant Indian Kesar Pista Kulfi with Cardamom Sprinkles
Prep time: 8 h
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 1 liter full cream milk; 1/2 cup sugar; A pinch of saffron strands; 1/4 cup pistachios, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon cardamom powder; 2 tablespoons pistachios, roughly chopped; 1 tablespoon dried rose petals (optional); 1 teaspoon cardamom powder

A Creamy, Saffron-infused Frozen Delight

Cool off with this rich and indulgent kulfi, capturing the essence of Indian flavors with saffron, cardamom, and pistachios.

8 hours 30 minutes
6 servings
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Kulfi Mixture

1 liter full cream milk

1/2 cup sugar

A pinch of saffron strands

1/4 cup pistachios, finely chopped

1 teaspoon cardamom powder

For the Garnish

2 tablespoons pistachios, roughly chopped

1 tablespoon dried rose petals (optional)

1 teaspoon cardamom powder

Preparation

Marinating the Saffron

Warm the milk

Warm 2 tablespoons of milk in a small bowl.

Bloom the saffron

Add saffron strands and let them bloom for at least 15 minutes.

Stir saffron milk

Stir to ensure an even yellow color.

Preparing the Kulfi Mixture

Boil the milk

Bring the full cream milk to a boil in a heavy-bottom pan, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

Simmer the milk

Lower the heat and simmer, stirring often, until the milk reduces to about half.

Scrape the milk solids sticking to the sides of the pan to enhance flavor.

Add flavorings

Add sugar, saffron milk, cardamom powder, and chopped pistachios; mix well and let cool.

Chill your freezer-safe molds in advance for a quicker set.

Cooking Process

Thickening the Milk

Reduce milk while stirring continuously for an even texture.

Adding the Saffron

Introduce bloomed saffron once the milk thickens for the finest aroma.

Incorporating Nuts and Spices

Blend pistachios and cardamom once the kulfi mixture cools.

Plating & Serving