Dairy-Free Gulab Jamun

Indulge your sweet tooth with this Dairy-Free Gulab Jamun, a plant-based twist on the beloved Indian dessert. Made with a unique blend of all-purpose flour and almond flour, and tenderized with vegan yogurt and almond milk, these golden, deep-fried delights are irresistibly soft and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Infused with the fragrant warmth of cardamom and rose water, the dough balls are soaked in a luscious sugar syrup, creating a perfectly sweet and aromatic treat. This recipe is entirely free of dairy, making it ideal for vegan and lactose-intolerant dessert lovers. Perfect for festive occasions or an anytime indulgence, these dairy-free gulab jamuns can be served warm, garnished with a sprinkle of cardamom or a handful of chopped nuts for an extra touch of elegance.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Almond flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 cup Vegan yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 teaspoon Cardamom powder
• 2 cups Sugar
• 1.5 cups Water
• 2 teaspoons Rose water
• 1 cup Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, and baking powder.

Step 2

Add the vegan yogurt, 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, and almond milk to the dry ingredients.

Step 3

Mix the ingredients well until it forms a smooth dough. Cover the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 4

In a separate saucepan, combine the sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Step 5

Add cardamom powder and rose water to the sugar syrup. Let it simmer on low heat while you prepare the jamuns.

Step 6

After resting, divide the dough into small, equal portions and roll each portion into a smooth, round ball.

Step 7

Heat the remaining cup of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.

Step 8

Gently place the dough balls into the oil and fry them until they are golden brown, making sure to turn occasionally for even cooking.

Step 9

Remove the fried balls with a slotted spoon and immediately place them into the warm sugar syrup.

Step 10

Allow the gulab jamuns to soak in the syrup for at least 30 minutes before serving to ensure they are fully impregnated with syrup.

Step 11

Serve the dairy-free gulab jamuns warm topped with a sprinkle of cardamom powder or chopped nuts, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1512.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4811.6

Total Fat 292.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 151.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 564.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 543.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 421.9g
Protein 39.7g	0%

Vitamin D 11.0IU	0%
Calcium 547.2mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 411.5mg	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: 53.0%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 43.8%