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Nankhatai | Indian Cardamom Cookies
Prep Time
15
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
30
minutes
minutes
Total Time
45
minutes
minutes
Servings
10
cookies
Calories
150
Delight in these traditional Indian cardamom cookies, known as Nankhatai, that are rich, buttery, and perfect with a cup of tea.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
1
cup
all purpose flour (maida)
(115 grams)
1/3
cup
ghee (clarified butter)
(70 grams)
1/2
cup
powdered sugar
(75 grams)
1/4
tsp
baking powder
1/4
tsp
baking soda
1/4 to 1/2
tsp
cardamom powder (elaichi)
a pinch
salt
2
tbsp
crushed pistachios
(optional)
Instructions
Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a bowl, whisk ghee, powdered sugar, and cardamom until fluffy.
Add the sifted flour to the mixture and combine to form a smooth dough.
Preheat oven to 180°C. Shape dough into 10 balls and place on a tray.
Bake at 180°C for 5 minutes, then at 160°C for 25 minutes until golden.
Cool on the tray for 5-8 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
For a richer flavor, let the cookies cool completely before serving.
Calories:
150
kcal
Cost:
5.00
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
Indian
Keyword:
cardamom