Lapsi Recipe
For us, the Lapsi Recipe holds a cherished place in our hearts and kitchen. Also known as Baat or Gujarati Fada, this traditional dessert made with cracked wheat brings back memories of festive celebrations like Diwali and Navratri. The rich aroma of roasted dalia simmering with ghee and sugar instantly transforms our home into a haven of warmth and nostalgia. This Gujarati dessert is simple yet indulgent, a perfect blend of texture and flavor. Whether we’re celebrating a special occasion or just craving a taste of tradition, this Best homemade dessert always satisfies. It’s a sweet reminder of our roots, one spoonful at a time.
Table of Contents
- About This Recipe
- Why You’ll Love This Lapsi Recipe
- Key Ingredients
- How To Make Lapsi
- Have It Your Way
- Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)
- Health Benefits
- Other Recipes You’ll Love
About This Recipe
Lapsi is a traditional Indian dessert hailing from Gujarat and Rajasthan. It’s made with broken wheat, which gives it a unique, slightly nutty flavor and a satisfying texture. Often served during festivals, weddings, or auspicious occasions, Lapsi symbolizes prosperity and celebration.
For me, Lapsi holds a special place in my heart because it connects me to my family’s traditions. I remember sitting with my grandmother as she prepared it, teaching me the importance of patience while the wheat roasted to golden perfection in ghee. Today, I recreate those moments in my kitchen, and every bite of Lapsi takes me back to those cherished times.
Why You’ll Love This Lapsi Recipe
- Nostalgic Comfort: A taste of traditional Indian flavors that evoke warmth and happiness.
- Healthy Twist: Made with wholesome ingredients like broken wheat and jaggery, it’s a dessert you can feel good about.
- Easy to Make: With minimal ingredients and simple steps, it’s perfect for beginner cooks.
- Versatile: You can customize it with nuts, dried fruits, or even a touch of cardamom for added flavor.
Key Ingredients
- Broken Wheat (Dalia): The star of the dish, it gives Lapsi its hearty texture and nutty flavor.
- Ghee (Clarified Butter): Adds richness and a delightful aroma.
- Jaggery: A traditional sweetener made from sugarcane, offering a deep caramel-like flavor.
- Sugar: Used alongside jaggery for a balanced sweetness, or as a substitute if needed.
- Water or Milk: Used to cook the dalia to soft perfection.
- Whole Spices: Whole green cardamom, cloves, and a cinnamon stick infuse the Lapsi with warm, aromatic flavors.
- Cardamom Powder: A pinch enhances the sweetness with a floral, spicy note.
- Nuts and Dried Fruits: Almonds, cashews, raisins, or pistachios add a lovely crunch and sweetness.
How To Make Lapsi
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté and add ghee. Once the ghee is heated, add cloves, cinnamon stick and Cracked Wheat.
- Stir and start roasting. In the beginning, Cracked Wheat will absorb all the ghee.
- On another stove or in the electric kettle, heat the water until it starts simmering. (or use a microwave)
- Keep stirring constantly and continue roasting until it becomes aromatic and light brown in color (for about 5-7 minutes). As it gets roasted, you will get a nice toasted aroma and also notice that ghee starts to ooze out and starts bubbling.
- Now add hot water slowly, being careful not to splatter.
- Close the lid, and use the “Pressure Cook” setting on High Pressure and Normal Heat for 8 minutes. Set the whistle to “Sealing”. Cook until the seal release, and pressure valve drops.
- Open the lid, and add sugar. Mix until the sugar melts and become mixture becomes runny again.
- Add ground Nutmeg.
- Add cardamom and dried nuts (almonds, cashews, etc)
- Serve Lapsi hot or warm.
Have It Your Way
- Vegan Option: Replace ghee with coconut oil and use plant-based milk instead of dairy.
- Texture Variation: For a smoother Lapsi, grind the broken wheat slightly before cooking.
- Flavor Boost: Add saffron strands soaked in warm milk for a festive touch.
- Nut-Free: Skip the nuts if you’re allergic, or replace them with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower.
Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)
- Calories: 200
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
Health Benefits
- High Fiber: Broken wheat is rich in dietary fiber, aiding digestion and promoting gut health.
- Natural Sweetener: Jaggery provides minerals like iron and magnesium, unlike refined sugar.
- Energy Boost: This wholesome dessert is packed with complex carbs for sustained energy.
- Ghee Benefits: Adds healthy fats that support brain and joint health.
Other Recipes You’ll Love
- Eggless Chocolate Cake
- Mango Sago
- Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies
- Mango Sticky Rice
- Orange Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies
Lapsi Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cracked Wheat
- ¼ cup Ghee
- 3 ½ cups water
- 2 Whole Cardamom
- 3 Cloves
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- ½ cup Sugar
- ¼ tsp Cardamom Powder
- ¼ tsp Ground Nutmeg
- 1 cup Chopped Nuts Almond, Walnuts, Pecans, Cashews
- ¼ cup Golden Raisins
Equipment
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté and add ghee. Once the ghee is heated, add cloves, cinnamon stick and Cracked Wheat.
- Stir and start roasting. In the beginning, Cracked Wheat will absorb all the ghee.
- On another stove or in the electric kettle, heat the water until it starts simmering. (or use a microwave)
- Keep stirring constantly and continue roasting until it becomes aromatic and light brown in color (for about 5-7 minutes). As it gets roasted, you will get a nice toasted aroma and also notice that ghee starts to ooze out and starts bubbling.
- Now add hot water slowly, being careful not to splatter.
- Close the lid, and use the “Pressure Cook” setting on High Pressure and Normal Heat for 8 minutes. Set the whistle to “Sealing”. Cook until the seal release, and pressure valve drops.
- Open the lid, and add sugar. Mix until the sugar melts and become mixture becomes runny again.
- Add ground Nutmeg.
- Add cardamom and dried nuts (almonds, cashews, etc)
- Serve Lapsi hot or warm.
Notes
- Roast the broken wheat on low heat to ensure it doesn’t burn and develops a nutty flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less jaggery, depending on your preference.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pan to prevent the Lapsi from sticking or burning.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat with a splash of water or milk.
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