Heart-Healthy Kaju Katli
Indulge in the rich and irresistible flavors of 'Heart-Healthy Kaju Katli,' a guilt-free twist on the classic Indian sweet. Crafted with toasted cashew nuts, natural coconut sugar, unsweetened almond milk, and a delicate hint of cardamom and rose water, this recipe boasts unparalleled taste while prioritizing your health. Infused with saffron strands for a golden hue and optional edible silver leaf for elegance, these diamond-shaped treats are perfect for festive occasions or soulful indulgence. Ready in just 35 minutes, this wholesome dessert is vegan, refined sugar-free, and brimming with heart-healthy goodness. Treat yourself to a dessert that delights without compromise!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Cashew nuts
- 75 grams Coconut sugar
- 60 ml Almond milk, unsweetened
- 0.5 teaspoons Cardamom powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Rose water
- 10 strands Saffron strands
- 2 sheets Edible silver leaf (optional)
Instructions
Begin by spreading the cashew nuts on a baking sheet and toasting them at 180°C (350°F) for about 5 minutes, or until they are lightly golden and fragrant.
Allow the cashews to cool slightly, then grind them in a food processor to a fine powder. Be careful not to over-process as this will release the oils and turn them into a paste.
In a non-stick pan, add the almond milk and coconut sugar over medium heat. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture starts to thicken slightly, about 4-5 minutes.
Lower the heat and add the cashew powder, cardamom powder, and rose water into the pan with the almond milk and sugar mixture.
Gently stir continuously, ensuring there are no lumps and the mixture comes together as a thick dough-like consistency. This should take about 5-8 minutes.
Add the saffron strands and mix well until evenly distributed.
Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Transfer it onto a greased parchment paper.
Using a rolling pin, roll out the mixture into a 1/4 inch thick sheet. If the mixture is sticky, you can place another layer of parchment paper on top while rolling.
Allow the rolled-out mixture to cool completely. Once cooled, use a sharp knife to cut it into diamond-shaped pieces.
If desired, apply edible silver leaf on top for decoration. Serve the Kaju Katli pieces at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1730 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.1 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.4 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1638 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.5 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 87.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.7 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 225 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 17.3 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 1451 mg | 31% | |
*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.
