Low Fat Low Sugar Gujiya
Low-Fat, Low-Sugar Gujiya — A guilt-free festive treat! These golden, crispy pastries are baked instead of fried, with a lightly sweetened filling of low-fat khoya, raisins, and cardamom. All the rich flavors you love, with less fat and sugar, so you can indulge without worry. Perfect for celebrating Holi or Diwali the healthy way!
Ingredients
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Instructions
Cooking Steps
In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, and reduced ghee.
Rub the ghee into the flour until crumbly.
Add water gradually and knead into a firm, stiff dough.
Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Make the Filling:
Heat a pan on low flame, lightly toast the khoya for 2-3 minutes. Let it cool.
Mix the khoya with stevia/monk fruit , grated coconut, raisins, and cardamom powder.
Shape the Gujiyas:
Divide the dough into small balls and roll out into small circles (~4 inches).
Place a spoonful of filling in the center.
Apply water on the edges, fold into a half-moon shape, and seal. Use a fork or gujiya mold for a neat edge.
Bake the Gujiyas (Instead of Frying):
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Place the gujiyas on a lined baking tray.
12, Brush with milk for a golden finish.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway for even cooking, until golden and crisp.
Gujiya ready to serve.
Community Reviews & Results
Vivek Ghosh
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and my entire family thoroughly enjoyed every bite. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Payal Saran Thakur
"Tried this earlier today, and Low Fat Low Sugar Gujiya has quickly become a household favorite. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Amit Raj Tiwari
"Prepped this over the weekend, and my entire family thoroughly enjoyed every bite. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating! (Ref #413)"
Dev Singh Srivastava
"Following this recipe for 2 weeks now, and I am genuinely impressed by how tasty this Low Fat Low Sugar Gujiya was. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."