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Nutella Barfi (Indian style fudge)

Nutella Barfi is an exciting twist on the traditional White Milk Barfi recipe. It is perfectly flaky with a delicious chocolate hazelnut flavour – tastes just like Ferrero Rocher in Barfi form!

Three pieces of Nutella barfi served in a round plate

The combination of the traditional Indian barfi with the indulgent taste of Nutella creates a delightful treat that is loved by those who enjoy the blend of Indian and Western flavours!

Fusion flavours work amazingly with barfi recipes like in this 3 layer Vanilla, Caramel, Chocolate Barfi. Another is this Baklava Barfi which is made of a plain white barfi with added mixed nuts.

You can browse through this list of the BEST Indian Fusion Desserts of barfi, peda, drinks, cakes and more!

What is Nutella

Nutella is produced by the Italian company Ferrero and was first introduced in 1964.

It is a popular sweet spread made from sugar, hazelnuts, cocoa solids and milk powder. It has a creamy texture and a rich chocolate and hazelnut flavor.

Nutella is commonly used as a spread for bread, toast, pancakes, waffles, and other baked goods. It is also used in various desserts, such as cakes, cookies, and ice cream.

About Nutella Barfi

Nutella Barfi is a delicious fusion dessert that combines the traditional Indian sweet “barfi” with the popular hazelnut chocolate spread Nutella.

Barfi is a dense and milk-based sweet that is commonly made in the Indian subcontinent, and it comes in various flavors.

To make Nutella Barfi, the basic ingredients for traditional barfi such as milk, sugar, and ghee (clarified butter) are combined with Nutella to infuse the rich hazelnut chocolate flavor into the sweet.

The mixture is then cooked until it thickens and reaches a fudge-like consistency. It is then spread out and allowed to set before being cut into small square or diamond-shaped pieces.

Why you will love this recipe

  • Easy to follow recipe
  • Flavours that will appeal to children and adults alike
  • Can be prepared in advance
Ferrero rocher barfi garnished with roasted chopped hazelnuts

Nutella Barfi Ingredients

Nutella – Store bought or homemade.

Full cream milk powder – for best results, use the full fat variety

Melted ghee – I used homemade desi ghee

Cream – I used double cream (heavy cream)

Condensed milk (sweetened condensed milk)

Hazelnuts – roasted and finely chopped. Omit for allergies or intolerances.

Nutella barfi ingredients placed on the kitchen worktop

How to make Nutella Barfi

If you are using raw hazelnuts for this recipe, first dry roast in the pan for 5-6 minutes. Let it cool slightly, deskin them and pulse them in the grinder or finely chop using a sharp knife.

ghee and milk powder mixed in the pan to ame nutella barfi

In a large bowl or pan, add all the milk powder and spoon over the melted ghee.

Mix the two together and set aside for 5 minutes. This “shortens” the milk powder, giving the finished barfi a melt in the mouth flaky texture. This process is known as “dhabo devo”

In a heavy bottomed pan or kadai, start roasting the milk powder mixture on a very low heat.

Keep stirring continuously and make sure milk powder does not stick to the pan or change at all in colour.

Roast the powder on the lowest flame possible for 3-4 minutes or until you smell a sweet roasted aroma.

Next, prepare the nutella syrup. You can do this in the same pan if you remove the roasted milk powder or use a new pan.

condensed milk, nutella and cream in the pan

Gently heat the nutella, condensed milk and cream together until the mixture is hot and the ingredients are well incorporated. You do not need to boil the mixture.

Tip in some of the roasted hazelnuts, reserving the larger pieces for garnishing. Remove from the heat.

Mix together the roasted milk powder and nutella syrup quickly. You should not need to cook this mixture any further as the two should form a mass that starts leaving the sides of the pan.

Roasted milk powder added to the nutella syrup

If the mixture seems dry, add a little spoon of either cream or milk to loosen it.

You should be able to roll the mixture into a ball in your palms or fingers.

You can add a little extra ghee if you wish to add a “gloss” to the barfi.

Pour barfee mixture into a greased and lined tray or tin.

Let it set until it is almost close to room temperature.

Cut the barfi into your desired shape and size.

Nutella barfi set in the tray and sprinkled with chopped roasted hazelnuts
cut nutella barfi squares on the serving board
A stack of barfi made with nutella placed on a round beige plate

Pro Tips

Note that melted ghee measures differently to solid ghee so ensure to melt it first

The measurements given will create a barfi mixture that does not require further cooking. However, if the mixture appears too wet, you may want to cook it for a minute. If the mixture appears too dry, add a tablespoon of milk or cream at a time.

You will know the barfi mixture is ready when it forms a large mass and leaves the sides of the pan. You should also be able to roll a small amount into a smooth ball in your palms.

To cut the barfi cleanly, use a sharp knife and slice straight down without using a forward and back motion.

Keep some parchment paper overhanging the tin so you can easily pull it out.

Storage

This barfi keeps well at room temperature in an airtight container. It will remain fresh for 5 days.

You can also freeze barfi. Place in a freezer safe container in a single layer and freeze for up to 1 month. Allow to defrost at room temperature

Four chocolate and hazelnut barfi squares are placed on the round beige plate

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Three pieces of Nutella barfi served in a round plate

Nutella Barfi

Hayley Dhanecha
Nutella Barfi is a delicious fusion dessert that combines the traditional Indian sweet "barfi" with the popular hazelnut chocolate spread Nutella. Tastes like Ferrero Rocher!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Desserts, Mithai, Sweets
Cuisine Indian fusion
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 227 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 heavy bottom pan
  • 1 Spatula
  • 1 Tray
  • 1 Parchment paper
  • 1 Knife

Ingredients
 
 

  • 550 gram full cream milk powder
  • 2 tablespoon melted ghee
  • 397 gram condensed milk
  • 200 gram Nutella
  • 200 millilitres double cream heavy cream
  • 100 grams hazelnuts roasted and finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl or pan, add all the 550 gram full cream milk powderand spoon over the 2 tablespoon melted ghee.
    ghee and milk powder mixed in the pan to ame nutella barfi
  • Mix the two together and set aside for 5 minutes. This “shortens” the milk powder, giving the finished barfi a melt in the mouth flaky texture. This process is known as “dhabo devo”
  • In a heavy bottomed pan or kadai, start roasting the milk powder mixture on a very low heat.
    milk powder being roasted in the pan to prepare ferrero rocher barfi
  • Keep stirring continuously and make sure milk powder does not stick to the pan or change at all in colour.
  • Roast the powder on the lowest flame possible for 3-4 minutes or until you smell a sweet roasted aroma.
  • Next, prepare the nutella syrup. You can do this in the same pan if you remove the roasted milk powder or use a new pan.
  • Gently heat the 200 gram Nutella, 397 gram condensed milk and 200 millilitres double cream together until the mixture is hot and the ingredients are well incorporated. You do not need to boil the mixture.
    condensed milk, nutella and cream in the pan
  • Tip in some of the 100 grams hazelnuts roasted hazelnuts, reserving the larger pieces for garnishing. Remove from the heat.
    chopped hazelnuts added to the nutella syrup
  • Mix together the roasted milk powder and nutella syrup quickly. You should not need to cook this mixture any further as the two should form a mass that starts leaving the sides of the pan.
    Roasted milk powder added to the nutella syrup
  • If the mixture seems dry, add a little spoon of either cream or milk to loosen it.
    Nutella barfi mixture is in the pan and ready to remove
  • You should be able to roll the mixture into a ball in your palms or fingers.
  • You can add a little extra ghee if you wish to add a “gloss” to the barfi.
  • Pour barfee mixture into a greased and lined tray or tin.
    Nutella barfi set in the tray and sprinkled with chopped roasted hazelnuts
  • Let it set until it is almost close to room temperature.
  • Cut the barfi into your desired shape and size.
    cut nutella barfi squares on the serving board

Video

Notes

Note that one serving is for 1 large piece of barfi. Nutritional values of individual servings will vary based on size of barfi. 
Note that melted ghee measures differently to solid ghee so ensure to melt it first
The measurements given will create a barfi mixture that does not require further cooking. However, if the mixture appears too wet, you may want to cook it for a minute. If the mixture appears too dry, add a tablespoon of milk or cream at a time.
You will know the barfi mixture is ready when it forms a large mass and leaves the sides of the pan. You should also be able to roll a small amount into a smooth ball in your palms.
To cut the barfi cleanly, use a sharp knife and slice straight down without using a forward and back motion.
Keep some parchment paper overhanging the tin so you can easily pull it out.
Consider using leftover nutella to make these Mini Nutella Christmas Trees on a stick

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Nutella Barfi
Serving Size
 
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
227
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
13
g
20
%
Saturated Fat
 
6
g
38
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Cholesterol
 
36
mg
12
%
Sodium
 
117
mg
5
%
Potassium
 
437
mg
12
%
Carbohydrates
 
20
g
7
%
Fiber
 
0.4
g
2
%
Sugar
 
20
g
22
%
Protein
 
9
g
18
%
Vitamin A
 
352
IU
7
%
Vitamin C
 
3
mg
4
%
Calcium
 
289
mg
29
%
Iron
 
0.4
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

The nutritional information provided is an approximation calculated by an online calculator/plugin. Please consult a professional dietitian for nutritional advice.

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Recipe Rating




Tasneem Bashir

Wednesday 20th of May 2020

Can I omit the cream?

jcookingodyssey

Wednesday 20th of May 2020

Yes, you can but add same amount of milk.

jcookingodyssey

Monday 5th of November 2018

Normal size 397g.

Unknown

Monday 5th of November 2018

What is the size of the condensed milk can.

Nisha

Wednesday 10th of October 2018

Ah, Jagruti I am still the odd women. Not a fan of nutella still but your burfi looks delicious and especially the colour. Just wow!

Priya Srinivasan - I Camp in My Kitchen

Tuesday 9th of October 2018

Nutella burfee sounds delish jagruti! Nutella here is a rarity at home, so when seen they do vanish fast! This is a wonderful addition to Diwali sweets list!!