Indian Saffron Flavored Cookies ( Naankhatai )

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 2
Delectable Indian Saffron Flavored Cookies ( Naankhatai ) recipe for your tea-time treats
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Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

100 g plain flour ( maida )
100 g fine semolina ( rawa )
100 g powdered sugar
100 g ghee ( clarified butter )
1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon yogurt
1/4 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
1/4 teaspoon saffron
1 teaspoon milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12-15
Calories
177
Sugar
8g
Fat
10g
Naankhatai is a traditional Indian eggless bakery item. These cookies are usually baked in the winter season and during festivals. These saffron-flavored cookies have a unique flavor and are very delicious. They are a perfect accompaniment for a big cup of Indian masala tea. The crispy texture of the cookies makes them a perfect tea-time snack and can be served to guests as well.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350F (180C) degrees.
2.Grease a baking tray or line with parchment paper.
3.Mix the saffron in 1 teaspoon of warm milk and keep aside.
4.In a mixing bowl, add plain flour, fine semolina, powdered sugar, and bicarbonate of soda then mix well.
5.Add the ghee and mix until crumbly.
6.Mix in the cardamom powder, ground nutmeg, yogurt, and saffron mixture.
7.Mix until everything is combined.
8.Take a small amount of dough and form it into a ball shape.
9.Gently press the top of each ball with a fork.
10.Place each ball on a greased baking tray.
11.Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
12.Once baked, remove from oven and cool before serving.

PROS

These cookies are quick and easy to make and perfect for tea-time treats.

They are very tasty, aromatic, and can be stored in an airtight container for some time.

They are also eggless, which makes them a perfect treat for those with egg allergies.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories and fat, due to the use of ghee (clarified butter).

Therefore, they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The saffron in this recipe has beneficial properties such as antidepressant effects, improving memory, and helps in reducing PMS symptoms.
Cardamom powder has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Semolina or rawa is a good source of protein, carbs, and B vitamins which helps with muscle function and energy production. So, these cookies can provide you with quick energy for your day.

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