Dairy-Free Traditional Indian Peda
Experience the rich, indulgent flavors of Dairy-Free Traditional Indian Peda, a modern twist on a beloved classic! This vegan-friendly sweet treat uses almond flour, creamy coconut milk, and caramel-like coconut sugar to recreate the signature fudgy texture of peda without any dairy. Infused with aromatic cardamom and saffron, each peda is beautifully garnished with nutty pistachios or almonds for a touch of elegance. Ready in just 25 minutes, this simple yet impressive dessert is perfect for festive occasions, gifting, or satisfying a sweet craving any time. Indulge in this guilt-free, plant-based peda and enjoy a taste of India’s traditional culinary charm!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Almond flour
- 0.5 cups Coconut milk
- 0.5 cups Coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Cardamom powder
- 1 pinch Saffron strands
- 2 tablespoons Pistachios or almonds (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, soak the saffron strands in 1 tablespoon of warm water. Set aside to release the saffron's color and aroma.
Heat a non-stick pan over low-medium heat and add the almond flour. Dry-roast the almond flour for 3-4 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent burning. Once fragrant and lightly golden, transfer it to a bowl and set aside.
In the same pan, add coconut milk and coconut sugar. Stir well and cook on low heat until the sugar dissolves completely, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the saffron water and cardamom powder to the coconut milk mixture, stirring to combine.
Gradually add the roasted almond flour into the liquid mixture, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook on low heat until the mixture thickens and begins to leave the sides of the pan. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Once thickened, turn off the heat and add the coconut oil. Mix thoroughly until smooth and glossy.
Transfer the mixture to a plate and let it cool slightly until it's warm but manageable to touch.
Grease your hands lightly with coconut oil and divide the mixture into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a smooth ball and then flatten it slightly to form the traditional peda shape.
Garnish each peda with chopped pistachios or almonds, pressing gently so they stick.
Allow the pedas to set completely at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving or storing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1645 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.6 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.1 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.1 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 132.9 g | ||
| Protein | 34.0 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 337 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 279 mg | 6% | |
*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.
