Malai Kulfi

1. Grind together the ingredients mentioned in 'For Sugar - Pista - Almond powder' and make a fine powder. Set aside.
2. Boil the milk in a heavy bottomed pan, till it is reduced to ⅓ of the quantity on low-medium heat. It wil take approx: 35-40 minutes. Stir occasionally.
3. Now add in the prepared Sugar - Pista - Almond powder and mix well.
4. Then add in the milk powder or horlicks and mix well.
5. Remove from heat, add in the fresh cream and mix until everything is incorporated well. Let it cool completely. Strain if desired.
6. Add in the cardamom powder, chopped almonds, pistachios and mix well.
7. Pour the mixture into kulfi molds, insert Popsicle sticks or cover it with lid. Freeze for about 4-6 hours or until firm.

Unmolding kulfies:

1. Keep the kulfi molds under running tap water for about 40-45 seconds, or
2. Dip a kitchen towel in hot water, and slightly squeeze to drain the excess water. Immediately wrap the mold with it for about 15-25 seconds.
3. Then gently turn the Popsicle stick, and pull gently to unmold, or invert and tap the molds sharply on the plate.
4. Garnish with chopped almonds, pistachios. Serve immediately or let it stand for about 2-3 minutes to make the kulfi slightly creamy.

Yield: Makes about 12-14 kulfies.