Sweet Shankarpali Recipe

Sweet Shankarpali Recipe

Shankarpali is a popular Indian sweet snack that is often enjoyed during the festive season of Diwali. These crispy, buttery cookies are made with a simple dough of flour, ghee, sugar, and cardamom powder. The dough is rolled out thin and cut into diamond shapes before being baked until golden brown. Shankarpali is a versatile snack that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with a cup of tea or coffee.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup ghee, melted
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
• 1/4 cup water

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, ghee, sugar, and cardamom powder. Mix well until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Gradually add water to the mixture, a little at a time, and knead until a soft dough forms.
3. Divide the dough into two equal portions.
4. Roll out each portion of dough into a thin rectangle, about 1/8 inch thick.
5. Cut the dough into diamond shapes using a sharp knife.
6. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
7. Place the shankarpali on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. Let cool completely before serving.
10. Tips:
11. For a richer flavor, use ghee instead of butter.
12. To make the shankarpali extra crispy, roll out the dough very thin.
13. If the dough is too dry, add a little more water, one tablespoon at a time.
14. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
15. You can store the shankarpali in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.