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Mahalabia is a mouthwatering Lebanese milk pudding flavoured with cardamom, which gives it a unique taste. Cardamom Mahalabia is one of the easiest and quickest dessert to prepare for the sudden sweet cravings and for occasions like Mawlid al Nabi. This popular Middel Eastern dessert needs only 4 ingredients. Mahalabia is garnished with pistachios & rose petals and is served in small cups. Ingredients 2 cups milk 6 tablespoons cornstarch ¼ cup white sugar 2 drops cardamom-flavoured extract   Syrup: ¼ cup water 5 tablespoons white sugar ¼ vanilla bean, split lengthwise and seeds scraped   Garnish: ¼ cup unsalted pistachios, coarsely chopped 1 tablespoon dried rose petals, or as needed   Directions Combine 3/4 cup of...

Modak with Cardamom and Coconut Chips is a modern twist on the classic Modak, blending the traditional flavours of Maharashtra with luxurious ingredients. Infused with the aromatic essence of Emperor Akbar Cardamom and enriched with the creamy goodness of coconut white chocolate, this recipe promises a unique and delectable treat.Ingredients:1 cup - Cane White Sugar1/2 cup - Cocoa Butter1 cup - Whole Milk Powder1/2 cup - Skimmed Milk Powder1/4 cup - Coconut Milk Powder1 teaspoon - Ground Cardamom (Freshly grind whole cardamom from Emperor Akbar for the rich aroma and best flavour)1/4 cup - Coconut Chips1 teaspoon - Emulsifier (Sunflower...

Cardamom Aval Payasam, a comforting and aromatic dessert that holds a special place in Onam celebrations. This delightful dish combines the richness of milk with the subtle sweetness of sugar and condensed milk, creating a creamy base that is further enhanced by the fragrant essence of Emperor Akbar Cardamom. The addition of roasted white flattened rice adds a satisfying texture and a hint of ghee’s nutty flavour. Ingredients:6 cups milk2 tsp broken raw rice1/2 cup sugar1/2 tin condensed milk1/2 teaspoon Cardamom powder1 cup white flattened rice (roasted in ghee)Directions:Prepare the Broken Raw Rice: Rinse the broken raw rice under cold...

Ingredients:1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon each ground cardamom, coriander, cinnamon and cloves1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup slivered almondsDirections:1. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and extracts. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, spices and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture.2. Divide dough in half. Shape each into a disk; wrap and refrigerate 1 hour or until firm enough to roll.3. Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll each...

Ingredients: 3 large egg yolks, room temperature3 tablespoons sugar3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom1 to 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flourOil for deep-fat fryingConfectioners' sugarDirections: 1. Beat egg yolks and granulated sugar until pale yellow. Add cream and cardamom; mix well. Gradually add flour until dough is firm enough to roll.2. On a lightly floured surface, roll into a 15-in. square. Using a pastry wheel or knife, cut into 15x1-1/2-in. strips; cut diagonally at 2-1/2-in. intervals. In the center of each diamond, make a 1-in. slit; pull one end through slit.3. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil...

Ingredients:1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegGlaze:1 cup confectioners' sugar1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milkCoarse sugar and/or edible glitter