What is Khajoor Ki Mithai?
This is an Indian sweet called khajoor ki mithai, a cardamom-spiced date fudge. As someone who isn’t crazy about dates in their natural form, I assure you that they transform into something magical once you cook them down. Their natural sweetness concentrates, and the dates turn into this rich, caramel-like, soft, chewy candy. The great thing about this mithai is that it just so happens to be a healthier dessert. There’s no need to add additional sweeteners as it’s already so sweet. Unlike my Naturally Sweet “Ladoos,” which require some imagination, this khajoor ki mithai actually tastes like an authentic sweet you’d find in a mithai shop.
Why Make this Dessert in an Instant Pot?
I used to make this recipe on the stovetop. I actually first shared this post on my blog 7 years ago (in Dec. 2013). What you see here is an updated post with a video and instant pot directions, which is now my preferred way to make this dessert (you can still find my stovetop directions in the recipe card below). Why do I prefer the instant pot? I’m sure the answer is obvious, but just in case: it’s because it’s so much easier to make this in an IP.
How to Make Khajoori Ki Mithai:
Add chopped dates to a bowl and top with ghee. Add water and a trivet to your IP, then put the bowl on top of the trivet. Pressure cook the dates. Remove the bowl and use a fork to mash the dates. Add cardamom, nuts, and mix it all together. Dump the date mixture out onto a silicone mat and roll it into a log (the silicone mat makes this step so easy). Put the log in the fridge for a couple of hours (I keep it wrapped up in the silicone mat), remove, slice, and serve! I suggest waiting to eat this mithai until it reaches room temperature, but it’s great cold too! Enjoy 🙂
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