Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

All Purpose Flour (Maida)

sifted

2 tbsp

Sooji (Semolina/ Rava)

4 tbsp

Gram flour (besan)

0.5 tsp

Baking powder

0.25 tsp

Salt

0.75 cup

Caster Sugar

0.5 cup

Ghee

melted

1 cup

Ghee

melted

1 tsp

Cardamom Powder (Elaichi)

freshly ground

3 tbsp

Curd (Dahi / Yogurt)

room temperature

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2
~5 min

Grease a baking sheet with butter or ghee.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~5 min

In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, sooji, gram flour, baking powder, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~5 min

Add caster sugar, ghee, cardamom powder, and curd to the dry ingredients.

Step 5
~5 min

Mix until the ingredients come together to form a dough.

Step 6
~5 min

Wrap the dough in cling wrap and refrigerate for 3 hours (optional, but recommended for crunchier cookies).

Step 7
~5 min

Divide the dough into lemon-sized balls (about 25-30 balls).

Step 8
~5 min

Make a slight thumb impression in the center of each ball.

Step 9
~5 min

Dip the balls in crushed nuts (optional).

Step 10
~5 min

Arrange the Nankhatai on the prepared baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~5 min

Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.

Step 12
~5 min

Serve warm with tea or store in an airtight container.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure ghee is at room temperature for easier mixing.

Chilling the dough is crucial for preventing the cookies from spreading too much during baking.

Do not overbake the cookies, they should be lightly golden brown.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium (cardamom)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with hot chai or coffee.

Pack in lunch boxes as a snack.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Masala Chai
Indian Coffee

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Indian Subcontinent

Cultural Significance

Popular during festivals and celebrations in India.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi
Eid

Occasion Tags

Diwali
Tea Time
Snack Time
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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