Keto Gulab Jamun

Keto Gulab Jamun is a delightful low-carb version of the traditional Indian dessert, offering a soft and syrupy treat without the carbs. Made with almond flour and a sugar-free sweetener, these bite-sized delights are perfect for anyone on a ketogenic diet.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Cream cheese - 50 grams
• Psyllium husk - 1 tablespoon
• Baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cardamom powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Sweetener (erythritol or monk fruit) - 3 tablespoons
• Coconut oil (for frying) - 200 ml
• Water - 1 cup
• Sweetener (erythritol or monk fruit) - 1/2 cup (for syrup)
• Rose water - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, cream cheese, psyllium husk, baking powder, cardamom powder, and 3 tablespoons of sweetener. Mix until a dough forms.
2. Divide the dough into small balls (about the size of a marble) and set aside.
3. In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup sweetener, 1 cup water, and rose water. Heat until the sweetener dissolves and the syrup thickens slightly. Set aside.
4. Heat coconut oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Once hot, gently drop in the dough balls, frying until golden brown on all sides.
5. Remove the fried gulab jamun and let them drain on paper towels.
6. Soak the fried balls in the warm syrup for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 100 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.
• Almond flour is high in healthy fats and protein.
• Contains no refined sugars, reducing spikes in blood sugar levels.

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