Mango peda recipe with stepwise photos. A super quick, hassle-free mango sweet made mainly with three ingredients.

Peda is a beloved traditional Indian milk-based sweet traditionally made with khoya/mawa. This aam ka peda is an instant version that uses milk powder and mango pulp to deliver the same comforting flavor in under 20 minutes. It’s easy to make, requires minimal ingredients, and makes a delightful treat for festivals, gatherings, or a quick dessert.
Here’s how to make it, step by step.
Preparation Step By Step
- Blend the chopped mangoes into a smooth puree and set aside.
- Heat a nonstick pan and add ghee. When it melts, pour in the mango puree.

- Stir the mango puree continuously for about 2 minutes. Then add the milk powder and cardamom powder.
- Keep stirring until the mixture thickens and all excess moisture has evaporated. Avoid overcooking to prevent a chewy texture.
- Once the mixture comes together, remove the pan from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Grease your palms with a little ghee. Divide the warm mixture into equal portions.
- Roll each portion between your palms into a smooth, round ball without cracks.
- Press a gentle indent on top of each peda and garnish with chopped almonds or any preferred nuts.
- Repeat until all pedas are shaped.

- Your aam pedas are ready. Chill them in the refrigerator before serving for best texture and flavor.

Tips
- No extra sugar has been added in this recipe because sweetened milk powder contributes sufficient sweetness. If using unsweetened milk powder, add sugar to taste.
- Choose non-fibrous, sweet mangoes for a smooth, creamy peda. Fibrous mangoes can affect texture.
- When fresh mangoes aren’t available, canned mango pulp works well and gives consistent results.
- A nonstick pan helps prevent sticking, but any heavy-bottomed pan will work if you stir frequently.
- Do not overcook the mixture; overcooking can make the pedas hard or chewy. Remove from heat when the dough just comes together and thickens.
- Use any nuts or dry fruits for garnish according to preference.
- Storage: Store the pedas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
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Equipment
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Nonstick Pan
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped ripe mangoes
- 1 cup milk powder sweetened
- 1 teaspoon ghee or clarified butter
- ⅙ teaspoon cardamom powder for flavor
- Chopped almonds or other nuts for garnish
Instructions
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Blend the chopped mangoes into a fine puree and set aside.
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Heat a nonstick pan with ghee. When the ghee melts, add the mango puree.
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Stir continuously for 2 minutes, then add milk powder and cardamom powder.
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Continue stirring until all moisture evaporates and the mixture thickens. Do not overcook.
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Turn off the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
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Grease your palms with ghee and divide the dough into equal portions.
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Roll each portion into a smooth, round peda without cracks.
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Press a finger gently on top of each peda and place chopped nuts for garnish.
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Repeat for remaining dough. Refrigerate and serve chilled.
Notes
- No extra sugar is added as the recipe uses sweetened milk powder. If your milk powder is unsweetened, add sugar to taste.
- Choose non-fibrous, sweet mangoes for the best texture and flavor.
- Canned mango pulp is a convenient substitute when fresh mangoes are out of season.
- A nonstick pan helps reduce sticking, but any heavy-bottomed pan will work with frequent stirring.
- Avoid overcooking; overcooking can make the pedas chewy or hard.
- Garnish with any favorite dry fruits or nuts.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Disclaimer:
Nutrition information is an estimate and will vary based on the specific ingredients and brands you use. For precise values, consult a nutrition tool or a registered dietitian.