How do I make smooth pedas?

By heating milk, adding jaggery, milk powder, ghee.

How long can pedas be stored?

10-12 days in the fridge, 5-7 days outside.

Shaping the mixture into pedas.

Using jaggery instead of sugar in the peda recipe adds a unique flavor profile and requires a shorter cooking time due to its natural sweetness.
The addition of nutmeg powder in the final steps enhances the aroma and taste of the pedas, making them more flavorful and aromatic.

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Recipe for making smooth pedas with minimal effort using half a cup of milk
Basant Panchami Special recipe that requires heating half a cup of milk until warm, not boiling
Use jaggery cut into small pieces, measuring 1/3 cup for half a cup of milk, or substitute with sugar
Mix jaggery with milk and let it sit for 5-10 minutes to dissolve
Add one cup of milk powder to the mixture, stirring until smooth and lumps disappear
Cook the mixture on low heat, continuously stirring until thickened, then add one teaspoon of ghee
Once thickened, remove from heat, let cool, add nutmeg powder, shape into pedas, and store in the fridge for 10-12 days or outside for 5-7 days