Gluten-Free Badusha

Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of Gluten-Free Badusha, a traditional Indian dessert reimagined for those with dietary restrictions! This recipe combines the rich, flaky texture of the classic badusha with the goodness of gluten-free all-purpose flour, creating a melt-in-your-mouth treat that's light yet decadent. The dough is gently kneaded with yogurt and ghee, fried to golden perfection, and soaked in an aromatic sugar syrup infused with cardamom and saffron. Perfect for festive occasions or as a homemade indulgence, this gluten-free badusha offers all the flavors of a beloved classic while catering to modern dietary needs. It’s easy to make, wonderfully fragrant, and sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 36/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 200 grams Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 75 grams Ghee (clarified butter)
• 50 grams Yogurt
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 200 grams Sugar
• 100 milliliters Water for syrup
• 0.25 teaspoons Cardamom powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Saffron strands (optional)
• 500 milliliters Oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 2

Add the ghee to the flour mixture and mix well until the mixture resembles crumbs.

Step 3

Incorporate the yogurt into the mixture, kneading gently until a dough forms. If needed, add water little by little until you get a soft, pliable dough. Cover and let it rest for about 15 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, prepare the sugar syrup by boiling sugar and 100 ml of water in a saucepan. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 5

Add the cardamom powder and saffron strands to the syrup, allowing it to simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

After resting, divide the dough into equally sized small balls. Flatten each ball slightly with your palm and make a small indent in the center using your thumb.

Step 7

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once heated, reduce the flame to low and gently slide in the shaped dough pieces.

Step 8

Fry in batches, stirring and turning occasionally, until they puff up and acquire a golden-brown color on all sides, about 10-12 minutes per batch.

Step 9

Remove from the oil and allow any excess oil to drain on a kitchen towel.

Step 10

While still warm, immerse each badusha in the prepared sugar syrup for about 3-5 minutes, ensuring they soak the syrup well.

Step 11

Place the syrup-soaked badusha on a plate to cool. Serve warm or store in an airtight container for later enjoyment.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1159.4 grams (1159.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6530

Total Fat 579.10g	742%
Saturated Fat 118.90g	595%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 195mg	65%
Sodium 1262mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate 379.30g	138%
Dietary Fiber 5.00g	18%
Total Sugars 203.80g
Protein 7.50g	15%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 118mg	9%
Iron 2mg	8%
Potassium 134mg	3%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.1%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 22.4%