Ghee Gol Roti Bytes

Ghee Gol Roti Bytes

Buttery whole-wheat roti bites with a warm jaggery drizzle
Serves 4–6

A delightful, rustic Indian dessert reimagined into elegant, bite-sized treats. These crisp moanwali roti bites are baked in beautiful shapes and glazed with a luscious jaggery sauce, enriched with ghee and milk. Perfect as a tea-time indulgence or festive platter addition.

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Ingredients

For Moanwali Roti

• 200 g whole wheat flour (atta)

• 70 g pure ghee

• 2 tbsp milk

• Pinch of salt

• Water, as needed to knead

For Gol (Jaggery) Sauce

• 100 g jaggery (preferably desi or organic)

• 2 tbsp pure ghee

• 4 tbsp milk

For Assembly

• Cookie cutters (your choice of shapes)

• Baking molds (shallow tart or muffin cups work well)

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Preparation

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. In a mixing bowl, combine atta, ghee, and salt. Mix thoroughly until the flour has a crumbly, coarse texture.

2. Add milk, then a little water as needed, and knead into a soft, pliable dough.

3. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.

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Step 2: Make the Gol Sauce

1. In a small saucepan, heat ghee and milk together until just boiling.

2. Reduce the heat and add jaggery, stirring slowly and continuously until it melts into a thick, sticky sauce.

3. Remove from heat and set aside.

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Step 3: Shape & Bake

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).

2. Re-knead the rested dough briefly to knock out any air.

3. Divide into even-sized balls. Roll each ball into a medium-thick flat roti.

4. Use cookie cutters to cut shapes from the roti dough.

5. Gently press each roti shape into baking molds, shaping artistically into cups or tartlets.

6. Bake for 10–15 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.

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Step 4: Garnish & Serve

1. Once out of the oven, brush with ghee generously while hot.

2. Drizzle with warm jaggery sauce.

3. Add extra ghee, if desired, for richer flavor.

4. Serve immediately, warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

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Chef’s Note

• These bites can also be made in mini muffin tins for perfect single-serve size.

• For added crunch, you can sprinkle toasted sesame seeds or crushed nuts before baking.