Healthy Masoor Dal Cake (Lentil Cake) Recipe

Calories

150 kcal

Instructions:

1. Soak Lentils: Rinse and soak red lentils in water for 2-3 hours. Drain and blend into a smooth paste.
2. Prepare Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine lentil paste, milk, melted ghee or oil, jaggery, semolina, vanilla essence, and salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.
3. Add Leavening Agents: Just before baking, fold in the baking powder and Eno (fruit salt) to the batter and mix gently.
4. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
5. Bake: Pour the batter into a greased or lined cake tin. Tap to remove air bubbles. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Cool & Serve: Allow the cake to cool before slicing. Serve as a healthy snack or dessert.

Health Benefits:

– Protein-Rich: Lentils are an excellent source of plant-based protein.
– Fibers: High fiber helps in digestion and maintaining blood sugar levels.
– Iron: Lentils also provide a good amount of iron, essential for oxygen transport in blood.
– Healthy Fats: Using oil or ghee offers healthy fats, including monounsaturated fats which are good for heart health.
– Lower Glycemic Index: Using jaggery instead of refined sugar provides a natural and more nutritious sweetener.

Enjoy your healthy and delicious lentil cake!

Ingredients

1 cup red lentils (masoor dal)
1 cup milk
1/2 cup jaggery (adjust to taste)
1/4 cup oil or ghee
1 cup semolina (rava)
1 tsp vanilla essence
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp Eno fruit salt