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Chocolate Cornflakes Burfi

by Has Chauhan-26 August 2026Easy

Prep Time10 min

Cook Time15 min

Total Time25 min

Servings16

A delicious fusion of a traditional Indian burfi recipe and the nostalgic chocolate cornflake cakes loved in many British homes.

Imported RecipeOriginally from: www.sanjanafeasts.co.uk

Method

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In a large, non-stick pan over low heat, pour in the cream. Add the milk powder and icing sugar. Stir patiently with a flexible spatula until all the milk powder is fully absorbed. Slightly increase the heat and continue to stir constantly. Do not stop, as the bottom will brown quickly. As the mixture heats and loosens into a more liquid state, switch to a potato masher to press out any lumps. Once hot and loosened, cook for an additional 5 minutes, ensuring the final consistency is like smooth mashed potato. Stir in the cardamom. Do not overcook, as this will result in hard, chewy burfi. Remove from the heat and press the mixture evenly into a greased and lined 15-cm x 20-cm tin (use a 3-cm overhang on the lining for easy removal). Allow this layer to cool slightly, about 20 minutes on the kitchen counter.
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In a heatproof bowl set over a pan of barely-simmering water, add the chocolate, butter and golden syrup, along with a small pinch of fine salt. Ensure the base of the bowl does not come into contact with the water. Allow to melt, stirring gently every few minutes. Once the mixture is smooth and glossy, remove from the heat and use a silicone spatula or wooden spoon to stir in the cornflakes. Mix thoroughly, allowing some of the cornflakes to break and crush.
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Tip the cornflakes mixture onto the burfi layer and press down gently to ensure the cornflakes layer is even and compact. Do not push the mixture into the burfi layer too hard, otherwise it will sink in.
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Allow to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours.
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Use a sharp knife to cut the burfi into 12-16 pieces, wiping the blade between each cut for the neatest finish.