Discover the Ultimate Festive Delight: Anjeer and Badam Roll Recipe for Health-Conscious Sweet Lovers

Unleash festive flavors with this Anjeer and Badam Roll—your next showstopper dessert! Seeking a nutrient-rich snack that offers essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants amid festive treats? Look no further than the Anjeer and Badam Roll. This versatile dessert, often served post-meal or as part of a festive spread, is a healthier alternative to traditional sweets. Vegans rejoice—this dessert suits specific dietary preferences, is mindful of sugar intake, and is perfect for individuals with gluten sensitivities as it is gluten-free.

Get ready to enjoy this Anjeer and Badam Roll during a festival or as an everyday treat. This fusion dessert strikes the perfect balance between taste and nutrition.

Ingredients for the Inner Almond Log:

• 1 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup grated jaggery
• 2 tablespoons milk powder
• 2-3 tablespoons milk
• 2 tablespoons chopped almonds
• 2 tablespoons chopped cashews
• 1 teaspoon ghee

Ingredients for the Outer Fig Layer:

• 1 1/2 cups chopped dried figs
• 1 teaspoon ghee

Ingredients for Coating:

• 2 tablespoons poppy seeds (optional)

Method to Prepare the Inner Almond Log:

1. In a kadai, melt the jaggery on low heat.
2. Add almond flour, milk powder, chopped almonds, cashews, and ghee to the melted jaggery.
3. Pour in milk and cook the mixture on low heat, stirring continuously until it forms a soft, slightly sticky dough.
4. Remove from heat, let it cool slightly, shape into a log (about 6-8 inches long), and set aside to cool completely.

Method to Prepare the Outer Fig Layer:

1. In the same kadai, add chopped figs and ghee.
2. Cook on low heat, stirring frequently, until figs soften and most moisture evaporates, forming a soft, pliable dough (about 8-10 minutes).
3. Remove from heat and let the fig mixture cool completely.

Method to Assemble the Anjeer and Badam Roll:

1. Once cooled, place the fig dough between two sheets of parchment paper or plastic wrap, and roll it out evenly into a rectangle (about 1/4 inch thick).
2. Place the almond log at one end of the rolled fig layer.
3. Gently roll the fig layer over the almond log, pressing lightly to encase the almond mixture completely. Seal the edges well to keep the filling intact.
4. Let the roll set at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes.

Method to Finish and Serve:

1. Roll the log in poppy seeds to coat the outside, adding a lovely texture.
2. Slice the roll into 1/2-inch thick rounds and serve.

Benefits: Almond flour, rich in vitamin E and antioxidants, helps reduce the risk of serious health conditions like cancer, diabetes, stroke, and heart disease. It’s also an excellent source of manganese, magnesium, copper, phosphorous, calcium, and iron. Low in carbs and with an extremely low glycemic index, it helps reduce blood sugar levels and aids in weight loss.

Jaggery is a natural sweetener loaded with essential minerals like iron, magnesium, and potassium. It acts as a cleansing agent, aids in detoxification, boosts immunity, provides instant energy, and helps relieve cough and cold symptoms.

Almonds are packed with healthy fats, fiber, protein, magnesium, and vitamin E. They help reduce hunger, promote weight loss, lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels, and reduce blood pressure. According to a study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, eating almonds in place of typical snacks may improve cardiac function by reducing the drop in heart rate variability (HRV) during mental stress.

Figs, used as a stimulant since ancient Greek times, contain plenty of iron, which is vital for egg and ovulation.