Dairy-Free Mysore Pak
Indulge in the timeless goodness of Mysore Pak with this modern twist—Dairy-Free Mysore Pak, a vegan-friendly version of the beloved South Indian sweet. This melt-in-your-mouth delicacy is made with roasted chickpea flour (besan), creamy coconut oil, and almond milk, delivering a rich, nutty flavor with hints of aromatic cardamom. The magic lies in creating a lush, single-thread sugar syrup that perfectly binds the ingredients, offering a texture that's smooth yet delightfully crumbly. Ideal for festive celebrations or as a guilt-free treat, this dairy-free Mysore Pak retains all the indulgence of the traditional recipe while being completely plant-based. With just 15 minutes of preparation time, this gluten-free and vegan dessert promises to charm your taste buds and impress your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup chickpea flour (besan)
- 1 cup coconut oil
- 1 cup water
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 0.25 cup almond milk
Instructions
Grease a square or rectangular pan with some coconut oil and set aside.
In a heavy-bottomed pan over medium-low heat, dry roast the chickpea flour (besan) until it turns a golden brown and releases a nutty aroma, stirring constantly to avoid burning. This should take about 8-10 minutes.
In a separate pan, combine the water, almond milk, and sugar. Heat until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture comes to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until it reaches a single-thread consistency.
While the sugar syrup is simmering, in another small pan, heat the coconut oil until it melts completely.
Once the syrup reaches the desired consistency, gradually add the roasted chickpea flour to it, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
Slowly pour the hot coconut oil into the mixture in a steady stream, keeping the stirring constant until the chickpea flour absorbs the oil and starts leaving the sides of the pan.
Add the cardamom powder to the mixture and give it a good stir for even distribution.
Quickly pour the mixture into the prepared greased pan. Flatten the surface with a spatula to even out the thickness.
Let it cool for about 10-15 minutes before cutting it into desired shapes.
Allow the cut pieces to cool completely before serving or storing them in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3661 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 231.2 g | 296% | |
| Saturated Fat | 185.7 g | 928% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 122 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 380.9 g | 139% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 317.8 g | ||
| Protein | 28.5 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 176 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1091 mg | 23% | |
*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.
