Sweet, aromatic, and deeply satisfying, Malpua Rabri is a beloved Indian dessert with centuries of tradition. This family celebration staple adds sweetness to festivals, weddings, and everyday moments of joy.
Combine all-purpose flour, semolina, mashed banana, and whole milk in a mixing bowl. Whisk thoroughly until smooth, then add half of the cardamom powder.
Cover the batter and let it rest for 20–30 minutes for optimal hydration and flavor development.
Heat ghee in a wide skillet on medium heat. Pour ladlefuls of batter to form small malpuas; cook until each side turns golden brown, flipping once for even browning.
Prepare the sugar syrup in a separate saucepan: Bring sugar, cardamom powder, rose water, and saffron strands to a gentle simmer, stirring until syrup slightly thickens.
Dip each hot malpua briefly in the warm syrup for 15–20 seconds, then transfer to a serving plate.
For rabri, simmer whole milk and ricotta cheese in a heavy pan over medium-low heat, continuously stirring until reduced by half and thickened (about 15 minutes). Add chopped almonds and pistachios, mixing well.
Top each syrup-soaked malpua with a generous spoonful of rabri and sprinkle extra nuts to finish. Serve warm or chilled.