Dairy-Free Traditional Indian Peda

Indulge in the rich, authentic flavors of India with this Dairy-Free Traditional Indian Peda recipe—a modern twist on the classic sweet treat. Crafted with almond flour, creamy coconut milk, and naturally sweet coconut sugar, this peda delivers the same melt-in-your-mouth texture without any dairy. Infused with aromatic cardamom and delicate saffron, each bite is a celebration of warmth and tradition. Topped with chopped pistachios or almonds, these pedas are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for festive occasions or as a guilt-free indulgence, this 25-minute recipe is gluten-free, vegan-friendly, and an ideal sweet for those with dietary restrictions. Impress your guests with these easy-to-make dairy-free Indian confections!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Almond flour
• 0.5 cups Coconut milk
• 0.5 cups Coconut sugar
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Cardamom powder
• 1 pinch Saffron strands
• 2 tablespoons Pistachios or almonds (chopped for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, soak the saffron strands in 1 tablespoon of warm water. Set aside to release the saffron's color and aroma.

Step 2

Heat a non-stick pan over low-medium heat and add the almond flour. Dry-roast the almond flour for 3-4 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent burning. Once fragrant and lightly golden, transfer it to a bowl and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pan, add coconut milk and coconut sugar. Stir well and cook on low heat until the sugar dissolves completely, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the saffron water and cardamom powder to the coconut milk mixture, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Gradually add the roasted almond flour into the liquid mixture, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook on low heat until the mixture thickens and begins to leave the sides of the pan. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Once thickened, turn off the heat and add the coconut oil. Mix thoroughly until smooth and glossy.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to a plate and let it cool slightly until it's warm but manageable to touch.

Step 8

Grease your hands lightly with coconut oil and divide the mixture into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a smooth ball and then flatten it slightly to form the traditional peda shape.

Step 9

Garnish each peda with chopped pistachios or almonds, pressing gently so they stick.

Step 10

Allow the pedas to set completely at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving or storing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(425.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1644.7

Total Fat 106.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 20.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 165.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 132.9g
Protein 34.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 336.8mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 279.4mg	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: 54.6%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 37.6%