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Gujia

Cultural Context

Gujia, a traditional Indian sweet, is especially popular during festivals like Holi and Diwali. Originating from North India, it is a delightful pastry filled with a mixture of coconut, nuts, and spices, symbolizing joy and celebration. Today, variations of gujia can be found across India, each region adding its unique twist to this beloved treat.

IndianINdessert
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup flour
2 tbsp rice flour
2+1 tsp ghee
1 pinch salt
lukewarm water to knead the dough
1/2 cup suji
100 gm khoya
2 tbsp cocoa powder
2 tbsp chopped almonds
2 tbsp chopped cashews
1/4 cup dry coconut flakes
1 tbsp melon seeds
1/2 cup jaggery powder

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while being a healthier fat.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with a unique flavor.

chopped nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: dried fruits

Seeds add crunch and are often less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is a dairy alternative, while water is a cost-effective option.

1

Prepare the dough by mixing flour, rice flour, ghee, and salt in a bowl.

2

Add lukewarm water gradually and knead until smooth; cover and let rest for a while.

3

In a separate bowl, mix suji, khoya, cocoa powder, chopped almonds, chopped cashews, dry coconut flakes, melon seeds, and jaggery powder to make the filling.

4

Divide the dough into small balls and roll each into a thin circle.

5

Place a spoonful of the chocolate filling in the center of each circle.

6

Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape and seal the edges by pressing firmly.

7

Bake the gujias in the oven until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

kneadingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowloven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkwheattree-nuts

Also Known As

KaranjiNeuryaSooji Gujia

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