04/08/2026
MILK POWDER GULAB JAMUN
Soft, juicy, melt-in-your-mouth Gulab Jamuns made with milk powder and soaked in fragrant rose & cardamom sugar syrup.
RECIPE
Sugar Syrup
Ingredients
• 1½ cups sugar
• 2 cups water
• 3–4 cardamom pods, lightly crushed
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp rose water
Instructions
1. Add the sugar, water, and cardamom pods to a saucepan.
2. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
3. Add the lemon juice and simmer for 8–10 minutes until the syrup is slightly sticky. Do not make it too thick.
4. Turn off the heat and stir in the rose water.
5. Keep the syrup warm while preparing the Gulab Jamuns.
Gulab Jamun Dough
Ingredients
• 2 cups milk powder
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2½ tsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp semolina (sooji)
• 2 eggs
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1–2 tbsp milk (if needed)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine the milk powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and semolina.
2. Add the eggs and oil, then gently mix to form a soft dough.
3. If the dough feels dry, add 1–2 tbsp milk, a little at a time.
4. Do not over-knead. The dough should be soft, smooth, and slightly sticky.
5. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
6. Lightly grease your hands and roll into smooth, crack-free balls.
Frying
• Heat oil over low to medium-low heat.
• Fry the Gulab Jamuns slowly, turning gently until they are evenly golden brown.
• Remove and let them rest for 1–2 minutes.
Soaking
• Place the warm Gulab Jamuns into the warm sugar syrup.
• Let them soak for 2–4 hours, or overnight for the best results.
Serving
Serve warm or chilled. Garnish with chopped pistachios or almonds if desired, and enjoy!
