Heart-Healthy Ras Malai
Indulge guilt-free with this Heart-Healthy Ras Malai recipe, a modern twist on the classic Indian dessert that's lighter but just as decadent. Made with part-skim ricotta cheese and simmered in a luscious blend of low-fat milk or almond milk, infused with aromatic saffron strands and cardamom, this dessert is perfect for those seeking a nutritious treat. Sweetened naturally with stevia and topped with crunchy pistachios and almonds, each bite offers a heavenly combination of flavors and textures without the excess calories. The addition of aromatic rose water adds a delicate floral note, making it an elegant dessert that's perfect for celebrations or a satisfying end to any meal. Ready in just an hour and baked instead of fried, this ras malai is an easy, heart-healthy alternative to traditional recipes—ideal for anyone prioritizing wellness without compromising on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Part-skim ricotta cheese
- 2.5 cups Low-fat milk or almond milk
- 10 strands Saffron strands
- 0.5 teaspoons Cardamom powder
- 2 tablespoons Stevia or other natural sweetener
- 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios
- 2 tablespoons Chopped almonds
- 1 teaspoon Rose water
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Evenly spread the part-skim ricotta cheese on a baking dish lined with parchment paper.
Bake the ricotta cheese for 30 minutes until it sets and lightly browns on top.
While the cheese is baking, in a medium saucepan, heat the low-fat milk or almond milk over medium heat.
Add saffron strands and cardamom powder to the milk, and stir occasionally.
Once the milk comes to a gentle simmer, add the stevia or natural sweetener.
Let the milk simmer until it reduces slightly and thickens, about 10-15 minutes.
Remove the milk mixture from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Once the ricotta has cooled, cut it into small squares or circles.
Gently add the baked ricotta pieces into the milk mixture, being careful not to break them.
Let the ras malai soak in the milk mixture for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Before serving, add the rose water and gently stir to combine.
Garnish with chopped pistachios and almonds just before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1348 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.3 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.6 g | 153% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 225 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 1468 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.4 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.2 g | ||
| Protein | 91.5 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.5 mcg | 38% | |
| Calcium | 2104 mg | 162% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2110 mg | 45% | |
*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.
