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Custard Gulab Jamun: A Sweet Delight You Must Try!

Custard Gulab Jamun is a delightful twist on the traditional Indian dessert, combining the rich flavors of custard with the classic gulab jamun.

  • Author: Dija
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup milk powder
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup custard powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter)
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix milk powder, all-purpose flour, custard powder, and baking soda.
  2. Add ghee and mix until crumbly.
  3. Gradually add milk to form a soft dough.
  4. Let the dough rest for 15 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, prepare the sugar syrup by boiling sugar and water with cardamom powder until it reaches a one-string consistency.
  6. Heat oil in a pan for frying.
  7. Shape the dough into small balls and fry them until golden brown.
  8. Soak the fried balls in the warm sugar syrup for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the oil is not too hot to prevent burning the gulab jamun.
  • For extra flavor, you can add rose water to the sugar syrup.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature for the best taste.

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