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    Easy Penda (Peda)

    Published: Nov 3, 2021 · Modified: Dec 28, 2021 by Shweta with 4 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    My mom's recipe for soft and creamy Penda (Peda) that melts in your mouth. Made with only 4 ingredients. Enjoy this penda that’s perfect for your next celebration!
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    My mom's recipe for soft and creamy Penda (Peda) that melts in your mouth. Made with only 4 ingredients. Celebrate your next special occasion with this penda recipe!

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    Holding penda dessert with rose petals

    One of my favorite mithais (sweets) during Indian festivals, especially Diwali, has always been my mom's amazing penda, also known as peda. Penda is a type of milk fudge made with solid milk fat and sugar. Other additions people like to include are cardamom, saffron, or even pieces of nuts. A common way to easily make penda is by using powdered milk and sweetened condensed milk! My mom sometimes likes to add ricotta cheese for an additional smoothness, which is included in this recipe. Pendas are perfect for occasions such as Diwali, Raksha Bandhan, offerings for Hindu ceremonies (prashad), or even for gifting on special occasions.

    stacked peda with rose petals

    📋 Ingredients

    • Dry milk powder. The brands we have previously used are Carnation, Nido. I used full fat in this recipe.
    • Sweetened condensed milk.
    • Ricotta cheese: I used full fat in this recipe.
    • Unsalted butter.
    • Optional additions: saffron, almond slivers to top, rose petals

    💭 Tips 

    How to make successful Penda:

    • Add the wet ingredients then the milk powder
    • Continuously mix well in the same direction until no clumps are present. I struggled with this but using a nonstick whisk at the beginning helps release the clumps! 
    • Use a nonstick pan.
    • When rolling into a ball, use a tablespoon to scoop then grease it with some butter or ghee.
    • Roll the pendas while warm otherwise you’ll see more cracking as they cool. Remember, some cracking is totally normal and okay!
    • Grease your hands with ghee or butter while rolling.  When the Penda dough starts sticking to your hands, grease them again.

    Enjoy! Maybe next year, I will share her delicious gulab jambu! I wish you all the love for whatever occasion you are making these for!

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    holding penda dessert with rose petals

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    Easy Penda (Peda)

    My mom's recipe for soft and creamy Penda (Peda) that melts in your mouth. Made with only 4 ingredients. Enjoy this penda that’s perfect for your next celebration!
    Prep Time: 15 mins
    Cook Time: 10 mins
    Total Time: 20 mins
    Servings: 24 Penda
    Author: Shweta

    Ingredients

    • 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
    • 2 ½ cups dry milk powder
    • 1 cup ricotta cheese
    • ½ cup unsalted butter

    Instructions

    • Melt the butter in a large, non-stick pan.
    • Add the ricotta and sweetened condensed milk. Use a non-stick whisk or spatula to combine the two ingredients well until no clumps remain.
    • Add the dry milk powder and combine with whisk to remove the clumps. Heat the mixture over a low heat, stirring all the time.
    • Mix well until the mixture starts to hold together and separates from the to the sides. At this time, remove from the heat.
    • Let the mixture cool slightly but not too much. Enough to allow your hands to work with it - please let it cool enough so you don't burn yourself!
    • Roll the mixture into a ball and slightly flatten with your palms. Add your optional garnishings or make a design using a mold of your choice. roll to a ball and design using a decorative mold (see notes for tips on rolling).
    • Add any optional toppings. Some toppings include: saffron, almond slivers, or rose petals
    • Let cool at room temperature and serve for your special occasion!

    Notes

    • You may store this in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 days and about 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
    • When rolling into a ball, use a tablespoon to scoop so you can get even sizes, grease it with some butter or ghee so it doesn't get sticky. Also grease your palms with butter or ghee so the mixture doesn't stick to your hands while you roll!

    Nutrition Info

    Calories: 153kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 101mg | Potassium: 312mg | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 498IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 237mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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    1. Jgohel

      November 12, 2021 at 4:30 pm

      5 stars
      Very delicious with exostic saffron

      Reply
      • Shweta

        November 18, 2021 at 11:36 am

        Thank you! yes, Saffron really adds a burst of flavor!

        Reply
    2. Nita

      December 13, 2022 at 6:38 am

      5 stars
      Hi! These are so yummy! Mine were still a little soft and chewy after they cooled down. Should I add more milk powder or cook it longer? It took a long time for the mixture to come together.
      Thank you!!

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      • Shweta

        December 13, 2022 at 2:15 pm

        Hello! Yes, you may need to cook them slightly longer if they remain sticky. The mixing does take a while before it comes together but it's totally worth it!

        Reply

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