Sugar-Free Badusha

Indulge in the timeless charm of Indian sweets with this healthier twist on a classic—Sugar-Free Badusha. Crafted with tender, flaky layers, these golden, deep-fried delights are sweetened with a natural sugar substitute like erythritol or stevia, making them a guilt-free treat for health-conscious dessert lovers. The dough, enriched with ghee and yogurt, ensures a melt-in-the-mouth texture, while the aromatic cardamom-infused syrup adds a subtle yet irresistible sweetness. Each Badusha is garnished with vibrant chopped pistachios for an elegant finish. Perfect for festivals or special occasions, this low-sugar treat delivers all the joy of traditional Badusha without compromising on taste or indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 cup Ghee
• 0.5 cup Plain yogurt
• 0.75 cup Sugar substitute (e.g., erythritol or stevia)
• 0.5 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
• 2 tablespoons Pistachios (chopped, for garnish)
• 2 cups Oil (for deep frying)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add ghee to the dry ingredients and mix with your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Mix in plain yogurt gradually and knead the mixture into a smooth, soft dough. Avoid adding water unless absolutely necessary. Cover and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.

Step 4

Divide the dough into small portions and shape each portion into a smooth ball. Flatten each ball slightly to form a disc shape, then make a small indentation in the center using your thumb.

Step 5

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until it's hot but not smoking. Fry the Badusha in batches, turning gently, until they are evenly golden on both sides. Drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.

Step 6

While the Badusha are frying, prepare the syrup. In a saucepan, combine sugar substitute and water. Bring to a boil, then add lemon juice and cardamom powder. Let it simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly, but do not allow it to reach a dark caramel stage.

Step 7

Once the Badusha are fried and drained, dip each one into the hot syrup quickly, ensuring it is coated on all sides.

Step 8

Arrange the syrup-coated Badusha on a plate, allowing them to cool and absorb syrup thoroughly.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped pistachios.

Step 10

Serve Badusha at room temperature as a delicious, sugar-free treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1267.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6258.0

Total Fat 596.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 140.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 327.4mg	0%
Sodium 723.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 374.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 10.3g
Protein 34.4g	0%

Vitamin D 58.8IU	0%
Calcium 284.3mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 708.3mg	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: 76.6%

Protein: 2.0%

Carbs: 21.4%