Dairy-Free Sheera

Discover the comforting indulgence of Dairy-Free Sheera, a plant-based twist on the classic Indian dessert! This recipe swaps traditional ghee and milk with luscious coconut oil and creamy almond milk, making it perfect for those with dairy restrictions. Lightly toasted semolina is infused with the warm flavors of cardamom and saffron, then sweetened to perfection and studded with golden raisins and crunchy nuts like cashews and almonds. The gentle roasting process lends a nutty aroma, while the combination of almond milk and saffron creates a velvety texture and rich golden hue. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vegan sheera is an excellent choice for festive occasions or as a quick, sweet treat that pleases both the palate and dietary preferences. Serve it warm and enjoy a bowl of aromatic bliss! Keywords: dairy-free dessert, vegan sheera, Indian sweets, almond milk dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup semolina (sooji/rava)
• 0.25 cup coconut oil
• 0.75 cup sugar
• 1.5 cups water
• 0.5 cup almond milk
• 4 pods cardamom pods
• 0.5 teaspoon saffron strands
• 0.25 cup chopped nuts (cashews, almonds)
• 0.25 cup raisins
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Begin by lightly crushing the cardamom pods to release their flavor.

Step 2

In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil over medium heat. Add the chopped nuts and raisins, frying them until the nuts are golden and the raisins are plump and set them aside.

Step 3

In the same pan, add the remaining coconut oil and semolina. Roast the semolina over low-medium heat, stirring continuously to prevent burning, until it turns golden brown and emits a nutty aroma. This process should take about 10-12 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, in another saucepan, bring water, almond milk, sugar, saffron strands, and salt to a gentle boil. Stir to dissolve the sugar completely.

Step 5

Once the semolina is roasted, slowly introduce the boiled liquid mixture to the roasted semolina in the pan, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

Step 6

Add the crushed cardamom pods to the mixture.

Step 7

Stir continuously as the semolina absorbs the liquid and begins to thicken. Reduce the heat to low and allow it to cook for another 5-7 minutes, until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Add the fried nuts and raisins back into the sheera, reserving a few for garnishing.

Step 9

Mix well, ensuring the nuts and raisins are well distributed throughout the sheera.

Step 10

Serve the dairy-free sheera warm, garnished with the reserved nuts and raisins. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(968.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2211.5

Total Fat 78.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 685.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 346.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.7g	0%
Total Sugars 187.4g
Protein 32.8g	0%

Vitamin D 39.0IU	0%
Calcium 309.4mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 934.3mg	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: 31.7%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 62.4%