Badam Puri

Delicious oven-baked crispy badam puri made at home in 20 minutes using almond flour to make it easier!  

Badam puri is like an Indian cookie.  They are made with almond flour and flavored with saffron and cardamom powder for a rich, delicious flavor.

 These badam poori are baked so no deep frying is needed for crispy puris.

While some Indian sweet recipes may seem hard, this recipe uses no sugar syrup so you don’t have to worry about the sugar string consistency.

Ingredient Notes

Below are ingredient notes. Full ingredients and directions are in the printable recipe card at the end of the post. 

Almond Flour: We use the finest almond flour to create a delicate, nutty base that forms the heart of our Badam Puri. The base forms a soft dough.

Saffron: Infusing a regal touch, the vibrant saffron threads lend their distinct flavor and mesmerizing golden hue, adding a touch of luxury to each bite. Make sure to soak the crushed strands to get the yellow color.

Milk: This ingredient helps to make a soft and velvety texture. I use whole milk. It harmoniously binds the ingredients together, ensuring a satisfying consistency.

To make it vegan, you can substitute a non dairy milk.

Cardamom Powder: The warm, aromatic essence of cardamom powder infuses our Badam Puri with an unmistakable Indian charm, leaving a lingering, fragrant taste.

Sugar: Just the right amount of sugar sweetens the deal, balancing the flavors and making each piece an irresistible, guilt-free pleasure.

 You can substitute cashew powder in place of almond meal to make kaju puri. Or add small cashew pieces to make kaju badam puri.

 

Making It

Preparation:

Crush saffron strands and leave to soak in milk.  

➜Meanwhile, combine the almond flour, saffron, and a pinch of cardamom powder in a mixing bowl. Mix well to distribute the flavors evenly.

➜ Gradually add saffron milk to the dry mixture, stirring gently until a soft, pliable, smooth dough forms. Allow it to rest for a few minutes to enhance the saffron’s color and aroma.

➜ Preheat your oven to the ideal temperature, ensuring the Badam Puri bakes to a perfect golden crispness

➜ Place dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll out with a rolling pin to about ⅛ inch thick inch.

➜ Cut them into desired shapes – traditional triangles or contemporary squares, the choice is yours. I used a 2 ½ inch circle cookie cutter.

➜ Place the cut Badam Puri on a baking sheet and pop them into the preheated oven, patiently awaiting the moment they turn beautifully golden and crispy.  Bake in the oven for 11-13 minutes.  Flip once in between.

➜  Check the underside to see if there is some browning.  That is a sign they are done.  Remove from oven and let cool completely before eating.

Storing and Reheating

Make sure to store in an air tight container once cooled completely.  If it is humid in your kitchen there is a chance they will soften again.

You can crisp these up a bit more if you like later – pop in the oven at 350F for 2-3 minutes keeping an eye on them.

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