Low Fat Badusha
Indulge in the traditional sweetness of Badusha with a healthy twist—this Low-Fat Badusha recipe is a guilt-free way to enjoy a beloved Indian dessert! Made with all-purpose flour, low-fat yogurt, and just a touch of ghee, these flaky, syrup-soaked delights are air-fried instead of deep-fried, drastically reducing the fat content without compromising on flavor. The sugar syrup, infused with the warm, aromatic notes of cardamom, rose water, and a hint of lemon, perfectly complements the melt-in-your-mouth texture of the Badusha. Ideal for festive celebrations or a special treat, this recipe is quick to prepare, with a 20-minute prep time and a 30-minute cook time. Revel in the irresistible charm of this lightened-up version of Badusha, and enjoy sweetness with health in mind!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 cup Low-fat yogurt
- 0.75 cup Sugar
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Ghee (clarified butter)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 1 teaspoon Rose water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the ghee and low-fat yogurt to the dry ingredients. Mix well to form a soft, smooth dough. If the dough is too dry, you can add a tablespoon of water at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15 minutes.
While the dough is resting, prepare the sugar syrup. Combine sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves.
Add lemon juice, rose water, and cardamom powder to the sugar syrup. Boil until the syrup reaches a two-string consistency, then remove from heat and set aside.
Once the dough has rested, divide it into 12 equal parts and roll each part into a smooth ball.
Flatten each ball slightly and make a small indentation in the middle with your thumb.
Preheat an air fryer to 160°C (320°F).
Place the prepared badushas in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10 minutes, turning halfway through, or until golden brown.
Once cooked, dip each badusha in the warm sugar syrup. Allow them to soak for a minute, then transfer to a wire rack to cool and for the syrup to set.
Serve the low-fat badusha once they are fully cooled and enjoy the guilt-free delicacy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1433 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 17.5 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1184 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 293.6 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 154.9 g | ||
| Protein | 22.2 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 370 mg | 8% | |
*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.
