Diwali is all about lights, laughter, and of course — sweets!
If you’re short on time but still want to make something homemade and delicious, these Instant Milk Balls are the perfect festive treat.
Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, these milk balls are soft, melt-in-the-mouth, and ready in under 10 minutes. They taste just like traditional sweets from your favorite mithai shop — but made right in your kitchen with love. ❤️
Ingredients You’ll Need
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Milk powder – 1 cup
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Milk – ½ cup
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Ghee (clarified butter) – 2 tablespoons
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Sugar – 3 to 4 tablespoons (adjust to taste)
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Cardamom powder – ¼ teaspoon
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Chopped nuts (pistachios, almonds, cashews) – for garnish
Step-by-Step Recipe
Step 1: Melt the Ghee
In a non-stick pan, heat 2 tablespoons of ghee on low flame until it melts completely.
Step 2: Add Milk & Milk Powder
Pour in ½ cup of milk, then slowly add milk powder, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Mix well until you get a smooth, thick mixture.
Step 3: Sweeten & Flavor
Add sugar and cardamom powder.
Keep stirring on low flame for 3–4 minutes until the mixture thickens and starts leaving the sides of the pan.
Step 4: Shape into Balls
Remove from heat and let it cool slightly (don’t wait too long or it’ll harden).
Grease your palms with a little ghee and roll the mixture into small smooth balls.
Step 5: Garnish & Serve
Garnish each milk ball with a piece of pistachio or almond on top.
Let them set for 10–15 minutes — and your Instant Milk Balls are ready to light up your Diwali table!
Tips for Perfect Milk Balls
✨ Always cook on low flame to avoid burning.
✨ If the mixture feels dry, add 1 tablespoon of warm milk.
✨ For richer taste, replace sugar with condensed milk and skip the extra sugar.
✨ Add a few saffron strands soaked in milk for royal flavor.
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Instant dessert – ready in minutes!
✅ No baking, no fancy tools
✅ Perfect festive sweet for Diwali, Rakhi, or Holi
✅ Made with pure ingredients – milk, ghee, and love
✅ Soft, creamy, and rich in every bite
Serve It With
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A cup of masala chai or warm milk ☕
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Dry fruit platter for Diwali guests
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Or as part of your Diwali thali with other homemade sweets
✨ Final Thoughts
These Instant Milk Balls are small in size but big in flavor — sweet, creamy, and full of festive warmth.
So this Diwali, skip the store-bought sweets and make these melt-in-the-mouth Milk Balls at home. They’ll light up your celebration with taste, aroma, and love — all in just a few minutes.