How to Make Homemade Khoya Powder | Easy Mawa Powder for Indian Desserts

Homemade khoya powder is a wonderful pantry ingredient that can instantly enrich many Indian desserts. It adds a rich, milky flavor and can be conveniently stored in the refrigerator for future use.

You can sprinkle this powder over desserts, mix it into lassi, custards, puddings, or use it while preparing traditional sweets such as malpua, kheer, and many other delicacies. I'll be sharing some delicious recipes using this khoya powder soon.

Ingredients

• 1 cup khoya (mawa)
• 3 teaspoons sugar

Method

1. Crumble the khoya into a heavy-bottomed pan.
2. Add the sugar and cook on low heat.
3. Keep stirring continuously until the sugar melts completely and the mixture turns a beautiful chocolate-brown color.
4. Continue roasting until the moisture evaporates and the mixture becomes dry.
5. Allow it to cool completely.
6. Transfer to a mixer grinder and blend into a fine powder.
7. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Storage Tips

• Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
• Use a dry spoon while handling the powder to maintain freshness.
• You can also freeze it for longer storage.

Uses of Khoya Powder

• Garnish desserts and ice creams
• Mix into lassi or milkshakes
• Add to custards and puddings
• Use in malpua, kheer, halwa, and other Indian sweets
• Sprinkle over pancakes, waffles, or fruit bowls for a rich twist

Homemade khoya powder is an easy way to add instant richness and authentic Indian sweet-shop flavor to your desserts.