Bajra Cookies Recipe: Healthy Millet Flour Cookies for Winter

Balasahana Suresh
Instead of using refined flour, try bajra (pearl millet) flour to make crispy and nutritious cookies this winter. Rich in fiber, minerals, and antioxidants, bajra cookies are healthy, tasty, and perfect for the season.

Ingredients

· Bajra (pearl millet) flour – 1 cup

· Whole wheat flour – ¼ cup (optional for binding)

· Ghee or unsalted butter – ¼ cup

· Jaggery powder or brown sugar – ¼ cup

· Cardamom powder – ½ tsp

· Baking soda – ¼ tsp

· Chopped nuts – 2 tbsp (almonds, cashews, or walnuts)

· Milk – 2–3 tbsp (optional, to adjust dough consistency)

Step-by-Step Preparation

1. Prepare the Dough

· In a bowl, mix bajra flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, and cardamom powder.

· Add ghee and jaggery powder, and rub gently to form a crumbly mixture.

· Add milk gradually if needed to form a soft, pliable dough.

2. Shape the Cookies

· Take small portions of dough and roll into balls.

· Flatten slightly with your fingers or a fork.

· Place them on a greased or parchment-lined baking tray.

3. Bake the Cookies

· Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

· Bake for 15–20 minutes or until the cookies turn light golden brown.

· Let them cool completely before storing.

4. Serve and Enjoy

· Enjoy these cookies as a healthy winter snack with tea or milk.

· Store in an airtight container for 5–7 days.

Tips for Perfect Bajra Cookies

· Bajra flour tends to be dense, so avoid over-baking to keep cookies slightly soft inside.

· You can add dry fruits or raisins for extra texture and flavor.

· For a vegan version, use coconut oil instead of ghee.

· Adjust sweetness according to taste by varying jaggery or sugar quantity.

Conclusion: Bajra cookies are a nutritious, fiber-rich alternative to regular cookies, perfect for the winter season. Easy to prepare, they offer healthy snacking with a traditional touch.

 

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