I have posted a few interesting Indian cookies recipes in Jeyashris kitchen. Usually, nankhatai is made using all-purpose flour. I have posted that version too in Jeyashris kitchen. This time wanted to try a Gluten-free nankhatai. The besan nankhatais turned out so well. I can say it just melted in my mouth. I used Milk masala for the flavoring instead of cardamom powder. Nankahtais are basically eggless cookies. They are served with tea also. We can make this nankhatais in kadai or pressure cooker too. Check out my eggless choco-chip cookies in a pressure cooker and follow the same method. Try out this home made gluten free Besan nankhatai recipe for this Diwali. This is a perfect Diwali gift to share with family and friends. Also check out
Saffron laced cookiesNankhataiEggless Coconut cookiesWhole wheat almond cookies
You can also try the cookies in a pressure cooker. Check my chocolate chip cookies recipe
Besan Nankhatai
Sieve 1 cup of besan and add it to a wide bowl.Powder ½ cup of sugar and add it to the bowl.Add ¼ tsp of baking powder and 1 tsp cardamom powder.I added milk masala.Mix well nicely.
Now add the melted ghee. No need to add hot ghee. Just measure ½ cup of melted ghee and add to the flour.Knead it to a soft dough.If you feel it is hard, just sprinkle few drops of milk and knead well.
Take a small lemon sized portion of the dough.Make it into round balls.Do not flatten it. Just gently press.You can keep a slice of pista or almond on the top.I added milk masala on the top.
Preheat an oven for 5 minutes at 160 degrees Celcius.Bake the nankhatais for 10-12 minutes at 160 degrees Celcius.The nankhatais will be a bit soft once you take out.Cool completely and store this in an airtight container.
Melt in mouth besan nankhatais are ready.
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