Tag: Homemade kaju katli

While many traditional Indian sweets rely on flour, authentic Kaju Katli is not made of maida and is naturally gluten-free. This fact often comes as a surprise, especially with the prevalence of some commercial or modified recipes that do include all-purpose flour for various reasons. The traditional sweet achieves its signature melt-in-the-mouth texture from a precise method involving cashews and sugar, not by adding a filler.

Cashews are a source of energy and protein, making them a popular dry fruit during fasts. However, the key question of whether you can eat Kaju Katli while fasting hinges on the complete list of ingredients and the specific rules of your fast. This depends heavily on whether the sweet is homemade or store-bought, and which festival you are observing.