Birthday Nankatais

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 1

Melt-in-your-mouth Birthday Nankatais for a special celebration

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

342

Sugar

21g

Fat

19g

Birthday Nankatais are a popular Indian cookie typically enjoyed at birthday celebrations and other joyous occasions. These soft and crumbly cookies are made with simple ingredients such as flour, sugar, and ghee. The addition of a fruity essence and sliced almonds makes this recipe extra special. While the origins of this cookie are uncertain, it is a beloved sweet treat that will surely bring a smile to anyone's face.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, sift the self-rising flour and baking powder.
3.	Add in the sugar and mix until well combined.
4.	Gradually pour in the melted ghee and mix until the mixture comes together to form a dough.
5.	Mix in the pineapple essence and sliced almonds.
6.	Take a small amount of dough and roll it between your palms to form a ball. Place it on the prepared baking tray and flatten slightly.
7.	Repeat until all the dough has been used up.
8.	Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
9.	Allow to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

Birthday Nankatais are a soft, buttery and melt-in-your-mouth cookie that are a perfect treat for celebrating special occasions.

The recipe is easy to follow, requires minimal ingredients and the cookies are quick to bake.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories due to the ghee and sugar content and should be eaten in moderation.

The recipe may not be suitable for those who are lactose intolerant or have a dairy allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Birthday Nankatais are not particularly healthy, the almonds in the recipe provide a source of healthy fats, protein and fiber.
Ghee, a type of clarified butter used in Indian cuisine, is believed to have anti-inflammatory and digestive health benefits.

	300 g self-rising flour
	150 g white sugar
	1 pinch baking powder
	100 -150 g ghee , melted
	4 -5 drops pineapple essence ( or your favourite essence )
	almonds , blanched and thinly sliced