Vegan Soan Papdi
Indulge in the sweet, flaky delight of Vegan Soan Papdi, a plant-based twist on the beloved Indian dessert that's perfect for festive celebrations or anytime cravings. This dairy-free recipe brings together nutty chickpea flour and all-purpose flour, roasted to golden perfection, and blended with velvety vegan ghee or coconut oil to create its signature melt-in-your-mouth texture. A fragrant infusion of cardamom and a garnish of crunchy pistachios and almonds elevate this treat to gourmet status, while a skillfully prepared sugar syrup ensures that classic, layered flakiness. Easy to make in under an hour, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s ideal for gifting or serving with an afternoon chai. Whether you're vegan or simply exploring new ways to enjoy traditional sweets, this Vegan Soan Papdi is sure to leave you craving more!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams Chickpea flour (Besan)
- 50 grams All-purpose flour
- 150 grams Vegan ghee or coconut oil
- 300 grams Sugar
- 150 ml Water
- 1 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 50 grams Chopped pistachios and almonds
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Start by dry-roasting the chickpea flour and all-purpose flour gently in a pan over low heat until they become fragrant and lightly golden. This should take around 10-12 minutes. Stir continuously to avoid burning. Once done, remove from heat and set aside.
Step 2
In a separate pan, melt the vegan ghee or coconut oil on low heat. Add the roasted flour mixture into this melted ghee and cook for another 5-7 minutes. Stir constantly to ensure the flour absorbs the fat evenly. Remove from heat and let it cool.
Step 3
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar and water. Stir continuously and bring it to a boil. Allow it to simmer until it reaches a 2-string consistency. This typically means the syrup, when pressed between two fingers, should form two strings.
Step 4
Add the lemon juice to the sugar syrup to prevent crystallization and stir in the cardamom powder.
Step 5
Pour the hot sugar syrup gradually into the cooled flour mixture while continuously stirring the mixture.
Step 6
Mix the ingredients together until they start to blend into a smooth dough-like consistency, then add the chopped pistachios and almonds.
Step 7
Quickly transfer the mixture into a greased rectangular tray or pan and spread it evenly using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
Step 8
Allow the mixture to cool and set completely, which could take about 30 minutes.
Step 9
Once set, cut into squares or diamonds, as per your preference and serve. Optionally, garnish each piece with additional chopped nuts.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (959.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3932.5 |
| Total Fat 193.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 111.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 169.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 497.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 34.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 330.3g | |
| Protein 72.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 195.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2564.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories