Coconut Burfi | Thengai Burfi | Easy Indian Sweet Recipe (2024)

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இனிய தமிழ் புத்தாண்டு நல்வாழ்த்துக்கள் !!!Happy Tamil New Year !!! My 131st recipe, "Thengai Burfi (Coconut Burfi)", a New Year special sweet.Tamil New Year follows the Nirayanam vernal equinox and generally falls on 14 April of the Gregorian year. Just like any other New year or celebration, Tamil New Year is celebrated with new clothes, a visit to the temple, pooja at home and an elaborate spread of dishes for lunch and sweets. My mom generally makes Sweet Pongal, Medhu Vadai, Payasam on this day along with rice, sambar, potato fry, etc. etc. Since I have already posted them on my blog, I wanted to try a different sweet for this New Year 😉

This coconut burfi is onesweet whichmy mom used to preparefrequently. We used to do pooja every week at home and also visit the temple often. Having said that, we would always end up with a large number of coconuts sitting in ourfridge. After using coconuts in all possible ways for chutneys, kurmas, etc., to polish of the last few coconuts remaining, my mom used to prepare this coconut burfi. It is not one of my favorite sweets, since it is little too sweet for my liking, howeverit is my mom's favorite, she loves it 🙂 This recipe is very easy to make and if you just started to learn cooking and want to make an Indian sweet, this is probably the one you should try. A very straightforward recipe.

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Coconut Burfi

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Coconut Burfi

Revathi Palani

Coconut Burfi is an easy to make, delicious South Indian sweet made from freshly grated coconut and sugar. Perfect for celebrations like Diwali, Holi, etc.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • ¾ Cup Sugar
  • ¼ Cup Water
  • a large pinch Cardamom Powder
  • 2 drops Rose Essence
  • 1 Cup Freshly grated coconut
  • 2 tsp Ghee

Instructions

  • First grate the coconut and keep aside. Also, grease a pan / plate / bowl and keep aside.

  • Then heat a pan in medium flame and add the sugar, water. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves. Let it continue to cook until it reaches one-string consistency.
    <br><br><img src="https://revi.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/cobu-1.jpg" alt="burfi" width="48%" />&nbsp;<img src="https://revi.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/cobu-2.jpg" alt="burfi" width="48%" />

  • Now add the rose essence, cardamom powder and grated coconut and keep stirring continuously until combined well. After couple of mins you will see small bubbles formation.
    <br><br><img src="https://revi.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/cobu-5.jpg" alt="burfi" width="48%" />&nbsp;<img src="https://revi.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/cobu-6.jpg" alt="burfi" width="48%" />

  • Now add the ghee and keep stirring continuously. At one stage the mixture will thicken and start to move without sticking to the side. This is the right consistency.
    <br><br><img src="https://revi.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/cobu-7.jpg" alt="burfi" width="48%" />&nbsp;<img src="https://revi.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/cobu-8.jpg" alt="burfi" width="48%" />

  • Turn off the stove. Transfer the mixture immediately to the greased pan. Gently press on top to even it out. Wait for 2 mins to let it slightly cool down. Cut the burfi into small pieces using a greased knife.
    <br><br><img src="https://revi.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/cobu-9.jpg" alt="burfi" width="48%" />&nbsp;<img src="https://revi.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/cobu-10.jpg" alt="burfi" width="48%" /><br><br><img src="https://revi.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/cobu-11.jpg" alt="burfi" width="48%" />&nbsp;<img src="https://revi.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/cobu-12.jpg" alt="burfi" width="48%" />

  • Allow the burfi to cool down completely to room temperature and enjoy.

    <br><img src="https://revi.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/coconut-burfi-1.jpg" alt="coconut burfi" width="100%" />

Notes | FAQ

- One string consistency -> If you take a little bit of the sugar syrup between 2 of your fingers, as shown in the stepwise pic above, you should get one continuous string formed between your fingers.

- Before grating the coconut, I would scrape off the brown skin of the coconut. This will help give a pure white color to the burfi without any brown specs.

- The sugar syrup will be hot, so watch out while checking for one string consistency.

- Cut the burfi when it is still slightly warm. Once it cools down completely, you will not be able to cut it into pieces.

- Optionally garnish with chopped nuts, saffron.

Sending this recipe to the First Blog Anniversary Celebration of Delectable Flavours.

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Comments

  1. Meera says

    can i use rose water instead?

    Reply

    • revifood says

      Hi Meera, rose water is usually used in cosmetic use. If the one you have is for edible purpose, you can use.

      Reply

  2. Preeti says

    Hi Revathi. The thenga burfi tastes great. I would reduce the sugar a bit next time. But the burfi turned brown. How do I make it white ?do I heat the sugar and water for less time?

    Reply

    • revifood says

      Yes Preeti, i guess you had caramelized the sugar. You will have to do for less time, next time around 🙂

      Reply

  3. Indira says

    Can u use dessicated coconut

    Reply

    • revifood says

      I haven't tried using desiccated coconut. Not sure how it would impact the flavor or texture.

      Reply

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Coconut Burfi | Thengai Burfi | Easy Indian Sweet Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is coconut Barfi made of? ›

Coconut Burfi is a traditional Indian Sweet made with coconut, sugar/jaggery, milk, cardamoms and sometimes nuts. Known by different names such as Kobbari burfi, Nariyal burfi, Copra pak & Tengai burfi, it a popular festive delight that's delicious and addictive too.

Which coconut burfi is famous in tamilnadu? ›

Karur Karupatti Coconut Barfi is a delicious and healthy Indian sweet made with natural ingredients such as coconut, jaggery, almonds, and ghee. For those looking for a tasty yet filling treat - this barfi would be an excellent choice.

Is coconut barfi healthy? ›

Hence, coconut barfi can prove beneficial for people with anaemic conditions. It can boost brain health: It is believed that coconut can boost the production of neurotransmitters as well as myelin, which helps in transmitting electrical signals that come from or to the brain more efficiently.

What is Indian burfi made of? ›

Barfi is one of many milk-based Indian sweets. Traditionally, it would have been made by slowly cooking milk down for hours until it condensed into the dough-like evaporated milk solids known as khoya or mawa. A quicker and easier way of making barfi starts with milk powder instead.

What is the difference between barfi and burfi? ›

Barfi (also spelled as burfi, barfee and borfi) is a dense, fudge-like, perfectly crumbly, melt in your mouth, milk-based Indian sweet (mithai), usually made with milk powder and sugar. The word barfi originates from the Persian word barf, which means snow.

Why is my burfi not setting? ›

If you undercook Burfi, it will not set. Watch my step-by-step recipe video to see what the Burfi mixture should look like before you place it in the tin. If the mixture is too runny, the Burfi won't set and the texture will be rather claggy.

How long can we store coconut burfi? ›

Abstract. Coconut burfi is a popular traditional sweet of south India. The high percentage of saturated fat present in the product makes it susceptible to hydrolytic rancidity. The resulting increase in free fatty acid content coupled with mold growth limit its shelf life to 7–10 days in unpacked condition.

Why do South Indian people eat coconut? ›

More than just a culinary ingredient, the coconut holds profound cultural and spiritual significance in South India. It's a symbol of prosperity and purity, often used in religious rituals and ceremonies to represent the divine.

Which is the most delicious coconut in the world? ›

Seasonality paired with organic farming practices results in each batch of young Thai coconuts not only tasting their best, but are also being unique in their own sweetness and water to meat ratio.

Is shredded coconut high in sugar? ›

One cup (80 grams) of fresh, unsweetened coconut contains only 5 grams of sugar, whereas 1 cup (93 grams) of sweetened, shredded coconut packs a whopping 34 grams ( 4 , 33 ).

What is barfi in English? ›

Barfi or burfi is a milk-based sweet from the Indian subcontinent with a fudge-like consistency. Its name comes from the Persian and Urdu word (barf) for snow. Barfi is consumed throughout India and Pakistan and is especially popular in North India.

What are the pros and cons of coconut sugar? ›

It's very similar to regular table sugar, although it is less processed and contains minor amounts of nutrients. If you're going to use coconut sugar, use it sparingly. Coconut sugar belongs in the same boat as most sugar alternatives. It's healthier than refined sugar but less healthy than consuming no sugar at all.

What is the national sweets of India? ›

Jalebi is India's national sweet. You can enjoy it at any time of the day, any season and on any occasion. The feeling of having a hot jalebi slathered with cold rabdi melting in your mouth is nothing short of an olfactory org*sm. Be it eaten with curd, milk or just alone nobody says no to jalebi.

What is the difference between barfi and Katli? ›

Texture: Kaju katli has a fudgy and smooth texture due to the rich silver leaves. It is typically thin, flat, and diamond-shaped. Kaju barfi, on the other hand, has a slightly grainy and crumbly texture due to the addition of milk solids (khoya). It is usually thicker and cut into square or rectangular shapes.

What is the difference between burfi and ladoo? ›

North Indian desserts are in the forms of burfee (also known as burfi) and ladoo. These dessert are made with grains, legumes, nuts and dried fruit. When shaped into balls, they are called ladoo such as this coconut ladoo.

What is Guyanese mithai made of? ›

This mithai is a soft, fried fitter is a popular treat at Guyanese and Trinidadian special occasions such as weddings. These soft mithai is made with flour, butter, fresh coconut, anise seed, and evaporated milk. It's fried till golden brown then tossed in a sugar syrup until crystallized.

What is coconut candy made of? ›

Chewy coconut candies are made with just milk, sugar, coconut and vanilla.

What is the white stuff called in a coconut? ›

Most of the time, what we envision when we think of a coconut is just the endocarp, or hard, woody layer surrounding the seed. Beneath the endocarp is the endosperm, which makes up most of the seed and is the yummy white stuff we eat.

What are coconut biscuits made of? ›

Beat the butter, sugar and vanilla until pale and creamy, add the egg and beat well. Add the coconut, flour and baking powder. Add the milk and mix well. Place teaspoon dollops on a cold greased tray (or one lined with baking paper).

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