Description
This Delicious Rose Basundi Recipe is a rich, creamy vegan Indian dessert made with coconut milk, vegan creamer, and aromatic flavors of rose, saffron, and cardamom. It’s garnished with roasted nuts and edible rose petals, offering a perfect balance of floral and nutty notes. Ideal for festive occasions or as a refreshing treat, this version is dairy-free and beautifully fragrant.
Ingredients
Scale
Nuts and Garnish
- 1 teaspoon vegan ghee
- 2 tablespoons cashews
- 2 tablespoons almonds
- 2 tablespoons slivered pistachios
- 1 tablespoon edible rose petals (for garnish)
Base Mixture
- 13.5 fl. oz canned coconut milk (full-fat)
- 2 cups vegan creamer
- 1 teaspoon saffron
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons rose syrup
- ½ tablespoon rose water
- ¼ teaspoon cardamom powder
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Chop and roast nuts: Chop cashews, pistachios, and almonds using a nut chopper. Heat vegan ghee in a small pan over medium heat and fry the chopped nuts for 30 seconds until lightly roasted. Transfer the nuts to a plate and set aside.
- Prepare the base: In the same pan, pour the canned coconut milk and vegan creamer. Whisk well to eliminate any lumps and bring the mixture to a boil over low to medium heat. This process will take about 15 minutes. Stir regularly and scrape the sides of the pan to prevent burning.
- Add sugar and thicken: Once boiling, add sugar and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes. The mixture will start to thicken and develop a creamy color.
- Combine nuts and simmer: Add the roasted nuts back into the pan, reserving some for garnish. Continue to cook on low to medium heat for 10 more minutes, stirring intermittently to avoid sticking or scorching.
- Flavor and finish: Remove the Basundi from heat and stir in rose water, cardamom powder, and ground nutmeg. Mix thoroughly to combine all flavors.
- Serve: You may serve the vegan Rose Basundi warm immediately, or chill it in the refrigerator and serve cold. Garnish with reserved roasted nuts, rose syrup, and edible rose petals before serving for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- For a completely smooth texture, use finely ground nut powder instead of chopped nuts—great for kids or those who dislike chunky bits.
- Add raisins, fresh chironji (chiroli), or dried fruits alongside nuts for extra richness and authentic flavor.
- Cooking time can vary depending on the type of pan and heat level, so adjust the simmering time as needed to achieve the perfect creamy consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
