High Protein Gulab Jamun
Elevate your dessert game with this guilt-free, *High Protein Gulab Jamun* recipe—a nutritious twist on the classic Indian treat! Packed with whey protein powder, skim milk powder, and whole wheat flour, these tender and flavorful dumplings are fried to golden perfection in ghee before being soaked in a lightly sweetened rose water and cardamom-infused syrup. Using sugar substitutes like erythritol or stevia ensures a lower-calorie option without compromising on taste. Perfect for fitness enthusiasts or anyone looking to indulge while maintaining a high-protein diet, this healthier version of Gulab Jamun delivers a boost of nutrition with every bite. Whether served warm or chilled, these delectable morsels make for a satisfying post-workout treat or a guilt-free festive dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams Whey protein powder (unflavored or vanilla)
- 150 grams Skim milk powder
- 50 grams Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 150 milliliters Milk
- 2 tablespoons Ghee
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 500 milliliters Water
- 150 grams Sugar substitute (erythritol or stevia)
- 1 tablespoon Rose water
- 4 Cardamom pods
- 25 grams Cashew nuts
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine whey protein powder, skim milk powder, whole wheat flour, and baking soda.
Slowly add milk to the dry ingredients, mixing gently to form a soft dough. If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk.
Add lemon juice to the dough and knead it gently to incorporate. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into smooth balls without cracks.
In a medium-sized saucepan, heat ghee over medium heat.
Fry the dough balls in batches, turning them gently until they are evenly golden brown. Remove and set aside to drain excess ghee on a paper towel.
In another saucepan, bring water to a boil and add the sugar substitute, cardamom pods, and cashew nuts. Stir until the sweetener is dissolved.
Reduce the heat and let the syrup simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly. Add the rose water and mix well.
Once the syrup has cooled slightly, add the fried dough balls, ensuring they are completely submerged.
Let the Gulab Jamun soak in the syrup for at least 1 hour to absorb the flavors.
Serve the high-protein Gulab Jamun warm or cold, garnished with a few extra chopped cashew nuts for an added crunch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1622 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.1 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.9 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 150 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 1788 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 292.5 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 90.9 g | ||
| Protein | 150.5 g | 301% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 2493 mg | 192% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 3869 mg | 82% | |
*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.
