Cookies are something that bring a smile to people’s faces, regardless of age or nationality! And when it comes to home-baked cookies, the aroma of fresh cookies being baked is truly irresistible. So, how about trying a delightful Nankhatai recipe? These healthy whole grain cookies made with whole wheat flour will not only satisfy your cookie cravings but also bring a surprise punch of ginger! Few things can match the comforting flavors and wonderful aroma of homemade Nankhatai. Get ready to indulge in some homemade goodness!
Whole Wheat Nankhatai Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (according to taste)
- 1/4 tsp baking soda(avoid for babies below one year old)
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter (if you use salted adjust the salt you add)
- salt to taste
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder
- 1 tbsp semolina (rava)
Method
1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Celsius. Beat sugar and butter till creamy.
2. Add the cardamom, ginger powder and salt, and beat again. Add the baking soda and beat once.
3. Little by little, add flour and mix till the mixture becomes crumbly. (I used the hand blender here. You can also add some sliced or chopped nuts at this point)
4. Transfer the dough to a a bowl and knead very lightly, just to mix the ingredients. Don’t over do it.
5. Make small rolls and place on a greased and floured baking tray, an inch apart from each other. You can use the bottom of a steel tumbler to flatten them slightly.
6. Bake for 15 min but keep an eye on it throughout. Once the outer surface cracks, they will be done soon. Keeping them in the oven for longer might burn the base of the cookies.
These nankhatais are perfect for any occasion, especially for festivals like Diwali. They also make a great travel snack and are perfect for kids to share with their friends. So what are you waiting for, go ahead and get baking!
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Author
Swati Pol is a member of Kids Food Recipes.
Whole Wheat Nankhatai Recipe - Ginger flavoured
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar. according to taste
- 1/4 tsp baking soda avoid for babies below one year old
- 1/2 cup 1 stick butter (if you use salted adjust the salt you add)
- salt to taste
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder
- 1 tbsp semolina rava
Instructions
- Preheat oven at 325 degrees Celsius. Beat sugar and butter till creamy.
- Add cardamom, ginger and salt and beat again. Add baking soda and beat once .
- Little by little, add flour and mix till the mixture becomes crumbly. ( I used the hand blender here too. You can also add chopped nuts at this point)
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and knead lightly to form a dough. Don't overdo it.
- Make small rolls and place on a greased and floured baking tray, an inch apart from each other. You can use the bottom of a steel tumbler to flatten them slightly.
- Bake for 15 min. Once cracks appear on the surface, they'll be done soon. Over cooking might lead to the base getting burnt.
What holds this cookie together
Wheat flour and semolina are best in binding.
Great recipe. I don’t have an oven. Can I use pressure cooker?
You can use an old pressure cooker as an oven replacement.
Add salt to an old pressure cooker and put the lid without whistle . Heat the cooker for 10-15 minutes on medium flame. This is similar to preheating an oven.
Try a small portion only since personally i have made it in oven.
Biscuit never comes out crispy, any suggestions? tried twice already
Can this be done in an convention microwave? please let me know.