Heart-Healthy Rasmalai
Indulge your sweet tooth guilt-free with this delicious and wholesome Heart-Healthy Rasmalai recipe! A nutritious twist on the traditional Indian dessert, this recipe features low-fat milk and almond milk for a rich, creamy base, while rolled oats and almond flour create tender, melt-in-your-mouth malai balls. Infused with aromatic cardamom, saffron, and a hint of rose water, this dessert is naturally sweetened with stevia, making it perfect for those watching their sugar intake. Garnished with crunchy pistachios, almonds, and optional fresh mint leaves, this light yet decadent treat is bursting with flavor and heart-friendly goodness. Enjoy it warm or chilled for a nourishing and satisfying end to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Low-fat milk
- 2 cups Almond milk
- 0.5 cup Rolled oats
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 3 tablespoons Stevia or other sugar substitute
- 5 Cardamom pods
- 1 pinch Saffron strands
- 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios
- 2 tablespoons Chopped almonds
- 1 teaspoon Rose water
- 5 Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
Begin by preparing the ras or syrup. In a medium-sized saucepan, boil 4 cups of low-fat milk and 2 cups of almond milk together over medium heat.
Add the cardamom pods and saffron strands to the milk. Continue to boil until the milk reduces to about 4 cups, which will take around 20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and burning.
Incorporate the sugar substitute into the milk, stirring well until dissolved. Add rose water and set aside to cool slightly off the heat.
To make the malai balls, grind the rolled oats to a fine powder using a blender or food processor.
In a bowl, combine the almond flour and ground oats. Gradually add water to the mixture until it forms a dough-like consistency.
Form small, flattened balls from this mixture, approximately 12-16 pieces.
Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil and cook the malai balls for about 5-7 minutes or until slightly firm, then carefully remove them and set aside to cool.
Once cooled, gently immerse the malai balls into the prepared milk syrup. Allow them to soak and absorb the flavors for at least 15 minutes.
Garnish the rasmalai with chopped pistachios, almonds, and optional mint leaves before serving.
Refrigerate for an hour if you prefer a chilled dessert, or serve immediately for a warm treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1841 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.5 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.4 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 77 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 762 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.8 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.3 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 85.2 g | ||
| Protein | 79.1 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.0 mcg | 70% | |
| Calcium | 2416 mg | 186% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1081 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.
