Gluten-Free Gudpak

Indulge in the rich and aromatic allure of Gluten-Free Gudpak, a modern twist on a traditional Indian sweet, perfect for any festive occasion or cozy indulgence. This dessert boasts nutty chickpea flour and almond flour roasted to perfection in velvety ghee, lending a deeply satisfying flavor. Enhanced with the warm fragrance of cardamom and the luxurious touch of saffron, it’s further enriched with milk and garnished with crunchy almonds and cashews for a delightful texture. Sweetened naturally with cane sugar and set to a fudge-like consistency, this gluten-free treat is both nostalgic and wholesome. Easy to prepare in under an hour, it’s a must-try for lovers of Indian mithai and gluten-free desserts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Ghee
• 1 cup Besan (Chickpea flour)
• 1 cup Almond Flour
• 1.5 cups Full Cream Milk
• 0.75 cup Cane Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom Powder
• 0.25 cup Chopped Cashews
• 0.25 cup Chopped Almonds
• 0.25 teaspoon Saffron Strands

Directions

Step 1

Prepare a baking dish or a tray by greasing it lightly with ghee and set it aside.

Step 2

In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat the ghee over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the besan (chickpea flour) to the pan and roast it in the ghee, stirring continuously until it turns golden brown and gives off a nutty aroma, about 10-12 minutes.

Step 4

Gradually add the almond flour to the pan, continue roasting for another 5-7 minutes, ensuring it doesn't burn.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the full cream milk, stirring continuously to prevent any lumps from forming. Lower the heat if necessary.

Step 6

Once the milk is well incorporated, add the cane sugar. Mix well and cook until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 7

Add the cardamom powder, chopped cashews, chopped almonds, and saffron strands into the mixture, stirring to combine evenly.

Step 8

Continue to cook the mixture on low heat until it thickens and starts to leave the sides of the pan, approximately 10-15 minutes.

Step 9

Transfer the mixture onto the greased tray, spreading it out evenly and smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 10

Allow it to cool at room temperature and then refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set properly.

Step 11

Once set, cut the gudpak into squares or diamond shapes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(900.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2847.1

Total Fat 153.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 156.0mg	0%
Sodium 230.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 310.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.0g	0%
Total Sugars 215.7g
Protein 77.8g	0%

Vitamin D 186.0IU	0%
Calcium 814.2mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 2191.1mg	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: 47.0%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 42.4%