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Chikki

Chikki

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Chikki is a majestic, robust, and profoundly aromatic traditional Indian nut brittle, uniquely celebrated for its crunchy texture and intense jaggery profile. This recipe features specifically roasted peanuts or sesame seeds embedded in a professional-grade hard-crack jaggery syrup. Known for its sophisticated nutritional depth and status as a world-famous winter staple in traditional Lonavala and North Indian dining, it represents the soulful heart of heritage healthy vegetarian confectionery. The taste is intensely sweet and nutty, with the ghee Providing a unique professional-grade glossy lift. Best enjoyed as a quick energy snack. A Mandatory staple for the winter travel collections.

Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Servings10 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

2 cups Peanuts, roasted and skinned
1.5 cups Jaggery (Gur), crushed
2 tbsp Ghee
1/2 tsp Cardamom powder (optional)
Water as needed
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using dark unrefined jaggery is mandatory for achieving the most professional-grade rich color and snap.
  • Ensuring the jaggery reaches the brittle stage provides the absolute secret to prevented the chikki from being sticky.
  • The addition of a professional amount of ghee provides the essential professional-grade glossy finish.
  • Always work quickly while the mixture is hot specifically to ensure the signature professional-grade thin even layer.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 piece (40g))

Calories

180 kcal

Protein

6g

Fat

10g

Carbs

18g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.