These badam malai peda are flavoured with sticky sweet caramel. The perfect fusion dessert for special occasions and festivities.

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I love the flavour of caramel, the sweet, buttery richness is unmatched! It’s so good with cream based desserts such as Caramel Mousse and Caramel Pannacotta.

It goes so well with Indian sweets too – I used caramel in this Caramel Lassi , Caramel Fada Lapsi , Caramel Phirni and Vanilla Caramel and Chocolate Barfi .

Creating Badam Malai Peda with a caramel twist introduces a delightful fusion of traditional and modern flavors.

Badam Peda are penda that have the addition of almond meal and this version incorporates caramel, allowing it to meld seamlessly with the nutty almond essence and creamy texture. This addition of caramel not only imparts a luxurious, buttery sweetness but also adds a subtle, sophisticated complexity to the peda.

Shape the mixture into small, bite-sized pieces and garnish with slivers of almonds for an elegant finish. This innovative twist on Badam Malai Peda creates a delectable treat that marries tradition with a hint of indulgent modernity.

You may like these other Barfi and Peda recipes .

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Ingredients

Full measurements of the ingredients, instructions and recipe video is available in the recipe card below.

  • caramel or dulce de leche – I have used tinned caramel
  • full fat milk powder or mawa /khoya
  • ghee or unsalted butter – I use homemade ghee
  • almond meal or ground almond
  • cream heavy or double
  • cardamom powder (optional)

Garnish

  • almond slivers

Storage

The peda will stay fresh and have a shelf life for 1 week if kept in an airtight container. This prevents them from drying out.

You can also freeze these peda in freezer safe containers for up to 1 month. They will need defrosting at room temperature. Note that the texture is not the same.

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Other Peda recipes

Mango Peda

Chai Peda

Kesar Peda (Instant recipe)

Sugar free Mawa Peda

Ricotta Cheese Peda

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Caramel Badam Malai Peda

Ingredients

  • 1 tin caramel 397 grams
  • 3 cups full fat milk powder 300 grams
  • 2 tablespoon ghee
  • ½ cup almond meal ground almond
  • ½ cup cream heavy or double
  • ½ teaspoon cardamom powder optional

Garnish

  • 3 tablespoon almond slivers optional

Instructions

  • Heat 2 tablespoon ghee in a heavy bottom pan, keep the heat on a very low flame.
  • Add 3 cups full fat milk powder , keep stirring and pressing the mixture with the spatula.
  • After 3-4 minutes add 1/2 cup almond meal and roast another 2-3 minute. make sure nothing stick to the bottom of the pan.
  • Pour 1/2 cup cream into the milk powder mixture and keep stirring for 3-4 minutes.
  • Now add 1 tin caramel and keep stirring.
  • Finally, add 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder if using.
  • Simmer the mixture, same time keep stirring.
  • Keep the heat low.
  • After few minutes, you will see the peda mixture starts getting thicker and leaves the edges of the pan and mixture becomes a one mass.
  • Switch off the heat.
  • Let the mixture cool completely.
  • Rub some ghee on your palm and knead the peda mixture once or twice.
  • Form equal size of balls and flatten them slightly. or give them a shape of your choice.
  • Also, you can give them some imprints or design.
  • Roll each peda on their sides in a flaked almonds or garnish on top.

Video

Notes

Nutrition

PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

Note – This recipe was first published on 17th February 2015. This post has since been updated with helpful content and new images. The recipe remains the same.

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Caramel Badam Malai Peda

Ingredients

  • 1 tin caramel 397 grams
  • 3 cups full fat milk powder 300 grams
  • 2 tablespoon ghee
  • ½ cup almond meal ground almond
  • ½ cup cream heavy or double
  • ½ teaspoon cardamom powder optional

Garnish

  • 3 tablespoon almond slivers optional

Instructions

  • Heat 2 tablespoon ghee in a heavy bottom pan, keep the heat on a very low flame.
  • Add 3 cups full fat milk powder , keep stirring and pressing the mixture with the spatula.
  • After 3-4 minutes add 1/2 cup almond meal and roast another 2-3 minute. make sure nothing stick to the bottom of the pan.
  • Pour 1/2 cup cream into the milk powder mixture and keep stirring for 3-4 minutes.
  • Now add 1 tin caramel and keep stirring.
  • Finally, add 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder if using.
  • Simmer the mixture, same time keep stirring.
  • Keep the heat low.
  • After few minutes, you will see the peda mixture starts getting thicker and leaves the edges of the pan and mixture becomes a one mass.
  • Switch off the heat.
  • Let the mixture cool completely.
  • Rub some ghee on your palm and knead the peda mixture once or twice.
  • Form equal size of balls and flatten them slightly. or give them a shape of your choice.
  • Also, you can give them some imprints or design.
  • Roll each peda on their sides in a flaked almonds or garnish on top.

Video

Notes

Nutrition

PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

Make homemade Chinese takeaway style Salt and Pepper Chips within minutes. Thick cut chips are tossed with crunchy vegetables and an irresistible five spice salt and pepper seasoning.

Naturally vegan and gluten-free.

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Salt and pepper chips originated in Chinese takeaways in UK and Ireland. Deep fried chip shop chips are seasoned with salt, pepper, and additional spices like garlic, chili flakes, and Chinese five-spice.

My homemade version is made with oven chips for ease but you can also make your own. I like to use this Air Fryer Triple Cooked Chips recipe.

They’re brilliant as they are or serve them alongside a burger or as part of a BBQ.

If you love the classic Salt and Pepper Chips, these Air Fried Salt and Pepper Halloumi Fries will become your latest cheesy obsession!

If flavoured fries are your thing, try my tandoori fries too!

Ingredients notes

Be sure to check out the full recipe and exact ingredient list below in the recipe card.

Chips – I’ve gone for chunky or steak cut store-bought oven chips for ease.

Peppers – I’ve used a mix of red and green peppers, thinly sliced.

Onions – Thinly slice a white onion.

Garlic cloves – Use garlic to your hearts content. You just need to mince or finely chop it.

Spring onion – thinly sliced

Chillies – I’ve gone for a mix of green and red chillies thinly sliced.

Oil – I’ve used sunflower, you can use any flavourless oil.

Seasoning:

Chinese 5 spice – an aromatic mix of ground cloves, cinnamon, fennel seeds, star anise, and sichuan pepper. It’s easy to find in supermarkets.

Chilli flakes – leave these out if you do not want the dish too spicy.

Sugar – a pinch helps bring out all the flavours.

Salt and pepper – use black or white pepper.

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Storage

This dish is best eaten immediately for the best texture and flavour.

However, you can store the chips in an airtight container and keep in the fridge. Reheat in a wok or microwave before serving.

I do not recommend freezing as it will alter the texture upon thawing.

You can make a big batch of the seasoning and store in air tight jars for later too.

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Other chips recipes

Kenyan Masala Chips

Indian Masala Fries

Air Fryer Garlic Fries

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Salt and Pepper Chips

Equipment

  • Wok or frying pan

Ingredients

  • 500 grams chips cooked
  • 1 large onion white
  • ½ green pepper
  • ½ red pepper
  • 2 spring onion
  • 1 chilli
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon oil

Seasoning

  • ½ tablespoon five spice
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper powder or white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon red chilli flakes
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Oven bake the chips based on packet instructions.

Air Fryer Chips

  • Preheat the Air Fryer to 200C/400F.
  • Add the oven chips to the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  • Air Fryer for 15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  • Meanwhile, prep all of your veggies. Thinly slice the peppers, onion, chillies and spring onion.
  • Mince the garlic.
  • In a bowl, mix together the chinese five spice, salt, pepper, sugar and chilli flakes to make the seasoning.
  • In a large wok, heat oil.
  • Tip in the peppers, onions, garlic, chillies and spring onion and sauté for 1-2 minutes on high flame.
  • Toss in the cooked chips.
  • Sprinkle over the seasoning and mix well.
  • Serve immediately.

Video

Notes

Nutrition

PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.