Dairy-Free Badusha

Indulge in the melt-in-your-mouth decadence of Dairy-Free Badusha, a vegan twist on the traditional Indian sweet that's perfect for festivals or special occasions! This recipe retains all the rich, flaky textures and syrupy sweetness of classic badusha while replacing dairy products with soy milk and dairy-free margarine, making it accessible to those with dietary restrictions. Delicately flavored with aromatic cardamom and finished with a silky sugar syrup glaze, these golden beauties are fried to perfection for a crisp exterior and soft, layered interior. Easy to prepare with pantry staples and simple techniques, Dairy-Free Badusha is a timeless treat that strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and inclusivity. Serve them at room temperature, and watch them become the centerpiece of your dessert spread! Keywords: Dairy-free Badusha, Vegan Indian Sweets, Dairy-free Dessert Recipe, Vegan Festival Treats, Easy Indian Desserts.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 cup Dairy-free margarine
• 0.25 cup Soy milk
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 1 cup Sugar
• 0.5 cup Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 2 cups Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.

Step 2

Add dairy-free margarine to the flour mixture. Use your fingers to incorporate the margarine until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the soy milk and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the flour mixture, kneading gently until you form a soft dough. Do not over-knead.

Step 4

Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Step 5

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Add cardamom powder and lemon juice, and simmer until the syrup reaches one-string consistency. Set aside.

Step 6

Divide the rested dough into 12 equal parts and roll each piece into a smooth ball.

Step 7

Flatten each ball slightly and press your thumb in the center to create an indentation.

Step 8

Heat 2 cups of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, reduce the heat to low and gently slide in a few prepared badushas.

Step 9

Fry the badushas on low heat, turning occasionally, until they puff up and turn golden brown. This should take about 8-10 minutes per batch.

Step 10

Remove the badushas from the oil and drain them on paper towels.

Step 11

While still warm, dip the fried badushas into the sugar syrup, coating them well.

Step 12

Let them rest on a wire rack or plate until the sugar syrup sets into a glaze. Repeat with the remaining badushas.

Step 13

Serve the Dairy-Free Badusha at room temperature. They can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1113.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6074.0

Total Fat 536.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1315.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 338.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g	0%
Total Sugars 200.5g
Protein 20.9g	0%

Vitamin D 17.1IU	0%
Calcium 100.4mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 312.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.1%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 21.6%