Gulab Jamun
A traditional Indian dessert, Gulab Jamun are soft, round milk-based dough balls soaked in fragrant sugar syrup. Perfect for any occasion or as a sweet ending to your meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk powder
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons ghee or melted butter
- ¼ cup milk adjust as needed
- Oil for deep frying
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- ½ teaspoon cardamom powder
- A few drops of rose essence optional
- Chopped nuts for garnish optional
Instructions
- Combine sugar and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for about 10 minutes. Stir in cardamom powder and rose essence, if using. Set aside to cool.
- Mix milk powder, all-purpose flour, and baking powder. Add ghee and mix well. Gradually add milk to form a soft dough. Rest for 15-20 minutes.
- Divide the dough into smooth, crack-free balls.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the dough balls in batches, turning until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Soak the fried Gulab Jamun in the warm syrup for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped nuts, if desired, and enjoy.
Notes
These can be prepared a day ahead and soaked in syrup overnight for even better flavor!