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Chickpea Flour Cookies with Chocolate Chips

Cultural Context

Chickpea flour cookies, known as 'besan cookies' in India, are a delightful treat that showcases the versatility of chickpea flour. Traditionally enjoyed during festivals and special occasions, these cookies combine the nutty flavor of chickpeas with the sweetness of chocolate. They have gained popularity in modern baking for their unique texture and are often adapted to fit various dietary preferences.

IndianINdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup besan (chickpea flour)
1/2 cup poha (flattened rice)
1 cup almond flour
2 tbsp raw cane sugar or jaggery powder
2 tbsp ghee (clarified butter)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp milk

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate bar (chopped)

Chopped chocolate can be more economical and adds a rustic touch.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed and has a lower glycemic index.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Flaxseed meal is a great egg substitute for binding.

1

Whisk ghee, oil, and raw cane sugar until light and fluffy.

2

Add milk and whisk again until pale.

3

Sift in besan (chickpea flour) and mix with hands.

4

Add almond flour and mix again.

5

Stir in poha, adjusting amount if dough is too loose.

6

Cover and let dough rest for at least 30 minutes.

7

Preheat the air fryer to 160 degrees Celsius for 5 minutes.

8

Roll out the dough to a thickness of 1/4 inch and cut into shapes.

9

Place on the air fryer tray and air fry for 10-12 minutes at 160 degrees.

10

Let cookies cool completely before removing from the tray.

Cooking Techniques

creamingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

air fryermixing bowlbaking tray

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freedairy-freeegg-free

Allergens

milkeggstree-nuts

Also Known As

Besan CookiesChickpea Cookies

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