How to Make Gulab Jamun at Home | Easy Recipe 2025
Learn how to make soft, juicy Gulab Jamun at home in 2025. Follow our step‑by‑step recipe with tips for perfect, melt‑in‑the‑mouth Indian dessert.
Equipment
- 2 saucepans (1 for syrup, 1 for frying)
- Mixing bowl
- Slotted spoon
- Spoon or small ice cream scoop
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Fork or small whisk
- Airtight container
- Paper towels
Ingredients
For the Balls:
- 1 cup khoya milk solids
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅛ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons milk powder
- ½ tablespoon ghee
- 2-3 tablespoons whole milk
- 1 tablespoon crushed almonds or pistachios
- Few saffron strands optional
- Ghee or oil for frying
For the Syrup:
- 2 cups white sugar
- 1 cup water
- ¼ teaspoon green cardamom powder
- Few saffron strands
- 2-3 whole cloves
- 1 inch cinnamon stick
- 2-3 rose petals optional
- 1 teaspoon rose water optional
Instructions
- 1. Boil water and sugar together. Add cloves, cinnamon, and cardamom. Simmer 5 minutes. Cool completely.
- 2. Mix khoya, flour, baking soda, and milk powder in a bowl. Break up all lumps.
- 3. Add ghee and crushed nuts. Mix well.
- 4. Add milk slowly until dough comes together but isn't sticky.
- 5. Roll dough into smooth balls about marble-sized.
- 6. Heat ghee or oil in a deep pan on medium heat.
- 7. Test temperature with one ball. It should sizzle gently and float up.
- 8. Fry balls in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, turning gently.
- 9. Drop hot fried balls immediately into cooled syrup.
- 10. Let soak for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- 11. Store in airtight container in fridge for up to 7 days.