Paneer Kalakand is a delicious Indian sweet made with fresh paneer (cottage cheese), condensed milk, and flavored with cardamom. Soft, moist, and rich in taste, this mithai is perfect for festive occasions like Diwali, Holi, and Raksha Bandhan.
Shreya Singh
1 month ago
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
30 min
Servings
6–7 People
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
Flavor & Garnish
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Calories210
Total Fat11 g
Saturated Fat6 g
Cholesterol22 mg
Sodium60 mg
Total Carbohydrate22 g
Protein7 g
*Approximate values; will vary by ingredients.
Instructions
1
Heat a non-stick pan, add condensed milk and crumbled paneer. Stir well on medium flame.
2
Cook the mixture, stirring continuously, until it thickens and starts leaving the sides of the pan (about 12–15 minutes).
3
Add milk powder (if using) and cardamom powder. Mix well and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
4
Grease a tray or plate with ghee. Spread the mixture evenly and flatten with a spatula.
5
Sprinkle chopped pistachios/almonds on top. Let it set at room temperature or refrigerate for 2 hours.
6
Cut into squares or diamonds and serve fresh. Store refrigerated for up to 3 days.