Dairy-Free Badusha
Discover the ultimate indulgence with Dairy-Free Badusha, a vegan twist on the beloved Indian sweet treat. Traditionally known for its flaky texture and syrupy glaze, this dairy-free version uses plant-based margarine and soy milk to achieve the perfect balance of richness while catering to dietary preferences. The dough is gently kneaded, rested, and fried to golden perfection, creating melt-in-your-mouth layers that absorb a fragrant sugar syrup infused with cardamom and citrus notes. Perfect for festive occasions or everyday cravings, this recipe guarantees all the decadent charm of classic badusha without dairy. Serve these delightful sweets at room temperature and enjoy their lasting freshness for up to a week. Keywords: dairy-free, vegan badusha, Indian sweets, cardamom glaze, festive dessert recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 cup Dairy-free margarine
- 0.25 cup Soy milk
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Sugar
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 2 cups Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
Add dairy-free margarine to the flour mixture. Use your fingers to incorporate the margarine until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
Gradually add the soy milk and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the flour mixture, kneading gently until you form a soft dough. Do not over-knead.
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Add cardamom powder and lemon juice, and simmer until the syrup reaches one-string consistency. Set aside.
Divide the rested dough into 12 equal parts and roll each piece into a smooth ball.
Flatten each ball slightly and press your thumb in the center to create an indentation.
Heat 2 cups of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, reduce the heat to low and gently slide in a few prepared badushas.
Fry the badushas on low heat, turning occasionally, until they puff up and turn golden brown. This should take about 8-10 minutes per batch.
Remove the badushas from the oil and drain them on paper towels.
While still warm, dip the fried badushas into the sugar syrup, coating them well.
Let them rest on a wire rack or plate until the sugar syrup sets into a glaze. Repeat with the remaining badushas.
Serve the Dairy-Free Badusha at room temperature. They can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6074 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 536.3 g | 688% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.4 g | 392% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1315 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 338.5 g | 123% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 200.5 g | ||
| Protein | 20.9 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 312 mg | 7% | |
*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.
