WSL Desk
As the monsoon sets in, homemade baked treats offer the perfect combination of comfort and warmth. Bring warmth to your table with delicious recipes made using USA Pulses, which add a wholesome twist to classic favourites by enriching everyday recipes with plant-based protein, dietary fibre and essential nutrients without compromising on taste.
From rich Chocolate Chickpea Brownies to Protein-Rich Multigrain Cookies, these recipes by Chef Tushar Dhingra showcase the versatility of USA Chickpea Flour in creating delicious and nourishing baked delights. Both recipes are also available at Defence Bakery, Defence Colony, New Delhi.
Recipe 1: Chocolate Chickpea Brownie
(Protein Brownie made with USA Chickpea Flour)
Ingredients
- 170g unsalted butter
- 250g breakfast sugar
- 180g dark chocolate (54%)
- 63g milk chocolate (35%)
- 60g flour
- 40g roasted USA chickpea flour
- 30g cocoa powder
- 5ml vanilla extract
- 3 eggs
Method
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Melt chocolates with butter. Whisk sugar into warm chocolate mixture.
- Add eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla extract, then sift flour, chickpea flour and cocoa powder together.
- Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture.
- Pour into lined baking pan, and bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Cool completely before slicing.
Monsoon Tip: Serve warm with a hot cup of coffee or masala chai for a comforting rainy-day treat.
Recipe 2: Protein-Rich Multigrain Cookies
(Protein Cookies made with USA Chickpea Flour)
Ingredients
- 200g jaggery powder
- 150g flour
- 250g USA chickpea flour
- 250g unsalted butter
- 170g condensed milk
- 5g baking soda
- 10ml vanilla extract
- 150g multigrain seeds
- 35g dried cranberries
Method
- Preheat oven at 170°C.
- Cream butter and jaggery until fluffy, add condensed milk and vanilla extract.
- Sift flour, chickpea flour and baking soda.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients. Fold in multigrain seeds and cranberries.
- Shape into cookies on lined tray, and bake for 12–15 minutes.
- Cool before serving.
Monsoon Tip: Store in an airtight container and enjoy with warm tea as a wholesome snack during the rainy season.
