Baked Oat Mawa Jamun: A Guilt-Free Indian Dessert
A wholesome Indian recipe crafted for health-conscious eating: nutritious, delicious, and easy to make at home.
Gulab Jamun is a beloved Indian sweet, but traditional recipes are deep-fried and soaked in sugar syrup. DietGhar's Baked Oat Mawa Jamun offers a healthier alternative that doesn't compromise on taste. By baking instead of frying and using oats, jaggery, and a light syrup, we've created a dessert that's lower in calories and fat but still indulgent. These jamuns are soft, aromatic, and perfect for festivals or whenever you crave a sweet treat.
Ingredients
How to Make It
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking tray with ghee and set aside.
In a bowl, combine powdered oats, grated mawa, grated paneer, whole wheat flour, baking powder, and cardamom powder. Mix well.
Add milk gradually and knead into a soft dough. Do not over-knead. Cover and let it rest for 10 minutes.
Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and roll into smooth balls without any cracks.
Place the balls on the greased tray, spacing them apart. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown, turning halfway for even baking.
Meanwhile, prepare the syrup: In a small pan, combine jaggery and water. Heat until jaggery dissolves and the syrup slightly thickens (about 5 minutes). Do not make it too thick. Stir in rose water and saffron strands. Keep warm.
Once the jamuns are baked, remove from oven and let them cool for 2 minutes.
Gently drop the warm jamuns into the warm syrup and let them soak for at least 30 minutes. They will absorb the syrup and become soft.
Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with slivered almonds if desired.
Nutrition per serving
* Approximate values per serving
Health Benefits
These baked jamuns are a healthier alternative to traditional fried sweets. Oats add fibre, which aids digestion and keeps you full. Jaggery provides a more natural sweetness with trace minerals compared to refined sugar. Mawa and paneer contribute protein and calcium. Baking reduces the fat content significantly, making this dessert a better choice for those watching their weight or heart health.
Pro Tips
- →Ensure the dough is smooth and crack-free to prevent jamuns from breaking.
- →Do not overbake, as they can become hard. They should be golden and slightly soft.
- →The syrup should be warm, not hot, when adding the jamuns to avoid breaking them.
- →For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or saffron to the dough.
Variations
- 1Replace oats with whole wheat flour for a different texture.
- 2Add finely chopped nuts like pistachios or almonds to the dough.
- 3For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and replace mawa and paneer with mashed tofu or vegan milk solids.
- 4Flavor the syrup with rose or cardamom instead of saffron.
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