Sweet Milk Balls (Gulab Jamun)

Gulab Jamun is a popular Indian dessert that is often served during festivals and special occasions. It is believed to have originated in medieval India and has since become a beloved sweet treat across the country.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Sweet Milk Balls (Gulab Jamun)

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: Indian Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Sweet Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1500

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Milk powder
• 50 gram All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 2 tablespoon Ghee (clarified butter)
• 4 cup Milk
• 2 cup Sugar
• 2 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Cardamom powder
• 1 pinch Saffron strands
• 1 teaspoon Rose water

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine milk powder, all-purpose flour, and baking powder.
2. Add ghee and mix well. Gradually add milk to form a soft dough.
3. Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into smooth balls.
4. In a deep pan, heat oil over medium heat. Fry the dough balls until golden brown.
5. In a separate saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil and simmer until the sugar dissolves.
6. Add cardamom powder, saffron strands, and rose water to the sugar syrup.
7. Remove the fried dough balls from the oil and transfer them to the sugar syrup. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes.
8. Serve the sweet milk balls (Gulab Jamun) warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 20g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.