Low Fat Badusha

Experience the perfect guilt-free indulgence with this Low Fat Badusha recipe, a healthier twist on the classic Indian sweet. Made with all-purpose flour, low-fat yogurt, and just a touch of ghee, these air-fried delights offer the same flaky texture and irresistible sweetness without the heavy calories. Infused with aromatic cardamom and rose water, and dipped in a light sugar syrup enhanced with lemon juice for a subtle tang, this recipe balances flavor and health effortlessly. Ready in just 50 minutes, these golden treats are air-fried to perfection, making them a heart-healthy alternative to their deep-fried counterpart. Perfect for festive celebrations or a sweet craving, Low Fat Badusha serves up tradition with a modern, diet-friendly flair.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 cup Low-fat yogurt
• 0.75 cup Sugar
• 0.5 cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Ghee (clarified butter)
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
• 1 teaspoon Rose water

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 2

Add the ghee and low-fat yogurt to the dry ingredients. Mix well to form a soft, smooth dough. If the dough is too dry, you can add a tablespoon of water at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 3

Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15 minutes.

Step 4

While the dough is resting, prepare the sugar syrup. Combine sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves.

Step 5

Add lemon juice, rose water, and cardamom powder to the sugar syrup. Boil until the syrup reaches a two-string consistency, then remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

Once the dough has rested, divide it into 12 equal parts and roll each part into a smooth ball.

Step 7

Flatten each ball slightly and make a small indentation in the middle with your thumb.

Step 8

Preheat an air fryer to 160°C (320°F).

Step 9

Place the prepared badushas in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10 minutes, turning halfway through, or until golden brown.

Step 10

Once cooked, dip each badusha in the warm sugar syrup. Allow them to soak for a minute, then transfer to a wire rack to cool and for the syrup to set.

Step 11

Serve the low-fat badusha once they are fully cooled and enjoy the guilt-free delicacy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(541.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1433.2

Total Fat 17.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 40.4mg	0%
Sodium 1184.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 293.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g	0%
Total Sugars 154.9g
Protein 22.2g	0%

Vitamin D 34.3IU	0%
Calcium 159.4mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 369.5mg	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: 11.1%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 82.7%