Vegan Badusha

Indulge in the melt-in-your-mouth decadence of Vegan Badusha, a plant-based twist on the classic Indian sweet treat! This recipe replaces traditional ingredients with vegan-friendly options to create flaky, golden discs of fried dough soaked in aromatic cardamom-infused sugar syrup. Made with all-purpose flour, vegan butter, and delicately spiced with cardamom, these delights feature a perfect balance of crispness and syrupy sweetness. The frying process ensures a beautiful golden hue, while the sugar syrup's single-thread consistency offers a luscious coating. Garnished with chopped pistachios or almonds for an optional crunchy finish, Vegan Badusha is ideal for festive occasions, dessert cravings, or as a unique addition to your vegan repertoire. Ready in just an hour, this show-stopping dessert is a must-try for lovers of traditional Indian cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 cups Vegan butter
• 0.25 cups Cold water
• 1 cups Sugar
• 0.5 cups Water (for sugar syrup)
• 0.5 teaspoons Cardamom powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Lemon juice
• 2 cups Oil (for frying)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios or almonds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and baking soda. Add the vegan butter and mix well until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 2

Gradually add cold water and knead into a smooth dough. Do not over-knead the dough to maintain the flaky texture of Badusha.

Step 3

Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Step 4

In the meantime, prepare the sugar syrup. Combine sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely and bring to a boil.

Step 5

Once it reaches a slightly sticky consistency (single thread), add cardamom powder and lemon juice. Stir well and keep the syrup warm.

Step 6

After resting the dough, divide it into 12 equal portions. Shape each portion into a smooth ball, then flatten slightly to form a thick disc.

Step 7

Using your thumb, gently press in the center of each disc to create a small indent. This shape helps the Badushas cook evenly.

Step 8

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over low-medium heat. To check oil temperature, drop a small piece of dough into the oil; it should take a few seconds to rise to the surface.

Step 9

Carefully slide the Badushas into the hot oil, frying a few at a time. Fry on low heat until they turn golden brown and have cooked through evenly.

Step 10

Remove the fried Badushas with a slotted spoon and drain excess oil on paper towels.

Step 11

While still warm, soak each Badusha in the warm sugar syrup for about 3-4 minutes, ensuring it is coated well.

Step 12

Remove from syrup and place on a wire rack to set. Garnish with chopped pistachios or almonds if desired.

Step 13

Allow the Vegan Badushas to cool completely before serving to enjoy their full flavor and a perfect flaky texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1164.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6552.7

Total Fat 571.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1042.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 342.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g	0%
Total Sugars 201.2g
Protein 22.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 51.2mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 377.7mg	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: 77.9%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 20.7%