Gluten-Free Soan Papdi

Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of Gluten-Free Soan Papdi, a delightful twist on the classic Indian dessert that's perfect for those avoiding gluten. This melt-in-your-mouth treat is made with chickpea flour (besan) and gluten-free cornflour, roasted to a fragrant golden perfection in rich ghee. Infused with the warm essence of cardamom and sweetened by homemade sugar syrup, this recipe delivers the authentic flaky texture that Soan Papdi is known for. Topped with crunchy pistachios and almonds, it’s a show-stopping dessert for festive occasions or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth. Ready in just over an hour and yielding 10 delicious servings, this gluten-free version ensures that everyone can enjoy the delicate layers of this traditional Indian sweet.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 250 grams Chickpea flour (Besan)
• 250 grams Powdered sugar
• 200 grams Ghee
• 1 teaspoon Cardamom powder
• 100 milliliters Water
• 200 grams Granulated sugar
• 50 grams Gluten-free cornflour
• 2 tablespoons Pistachios
• 2 tablespoons Almonds

Directions

Step 1

Begin by gently heating the ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over low heat until melted. Once melted, add the chickpea flour (besan) and the gluten-free cornflour to the ghee, stirring continuously.

Step 2

Roast the chickpea flour mixture over low to medium heat, constantly stirring to prevent burning, for about 12-15 minutes. The flour should start to turn a light golden color and emit a nutty aroma.

Step 3

As the flour roasts, prepare the sugar syrup. In a separate saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely and the syrup reaches one-string consistency (about 5-7 minutes).

Step 4

Once the besan is roasted perfectly, lower the heat and pour the hot sugar syrup into the roasted flour mixture gradually, stirring continuously to avoid any lumps.

Step 5

After incorporating the sugar syrup, add the powdered sugar and cardamom powder to the mixture. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Continue stirring the mixture as it thickens and begins to pull away from the sides of the pan, forming a dough-like consistency.

Step 7

Quickly transfer the hot mixture into a greased rectangular tray. Using a spatula, spread and smooth out the mixture evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the chopped pistachios and almonds over the top, pressing them gently into the surface.

Step 9

Allow the Soan Papdi to cool slightly until it firms up but is still slightly warm. Using a sharp knife, cut the Soan Papdi into square or diamond shapes.

Step 10

Let it cool completely to room temperature before serving or storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1087.5 grams (1087.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4945

Total Fat 233.60g	299%
Saturated Fat 131.90g	660%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.10g
Cholesterol 571mg	190%
Sodium 174mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 646.20g	235%
Dietary Fiber 35.40g	126%
Total Sugars 473.70g
Protein 66.60g	133%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 196mg	15%
Iron 14mg	80%
Potassium 2380mg	51%

*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: 42.4%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 52.2%