Steamed Desserts : A Healthy Twist to Sweets

steammed desserts

Indian desserts are known for rich flavors, sweetness, and celebration. But they are also often deep fried or loaded with sugar. Steaming is an excellent way to enjoy the same delicious treats in a healthier form. It preserves natural flavors and nutrients, reduces excess fat, and results in soft and comforting textures suitable for all ages.

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The ELGi Ultra Diet Steamer makes the process simple and efficient. It is made of AISI 304 food grade stainless steel, has a three tier steaming design for batch cooking, heats up quickly, and is easy to clean.

Product link: https://www.elgiultra.com/diet-steamer.html

Here are 5 delightful steamed Indian desserts you can make at home.

1 . Steamed Coconut Modak

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Serves: about 12 modaks
steamed modak on ganesh chathurthi

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rice flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup grated coconut
  • 1/2 cup jaggery finely chopped or grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder

Method

  1. Bring water and salt to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in rice flour. Cover and let rest. Knead into soft dough.
  2. Heat jaggery and coconut until the jaggery melts. Add cardamom and mix well.
  3. Shape dough into small cups, fill with coconut jaggery mixture, and seal to form modaks.
  4. Steam in the Ultra Diet Steamer for 10 to 12 minutes. Serve warm.

2 . Ragi Steamed Ladoo

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Serves: 10 to 12 ladoos
steamed raggi ladoo

Ingredients

  • 1 cup ragi flour
  • 1/2 cup jaggery powder
  • 1/4 cup grated coconut
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons ghee
  • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder

Method

  1. Dry roast ragi flour until aromatic. Transfer to a bowl.
  2. Mix in jaggery, coconut, ghee, and cardamom.
  3. Shape into ladoos.
  4. Steam in the Ultra Diet Steamer for 8 to 10 minutes. Cool slightly and serve.

3 . Banana and Oats Pudding

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Serves: 4 small puddings
steamed banana oats pudding

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas mashed
  • 1/2 cup oats lightly roasted
  • 1/4 cup honey or jaggery syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ghee
  • Pinch of salt optional

Method

  1. Mix mashed bananas, roasted oats, honey or jaggery syrup, cinnamon, and ghee into a smooth batter.
  2. Pour into greased molds.
  3. Steam in the Ultra Diet Steamer for 15 minutes.
  4. Let cool slightly and serve warm.

4 . Moong Dal Halwa Cups

Prep Time: 20 minutes soaking and mixing
Cook Time: 10 mins
Serves: 6 small cups
steamed moong dal halwa cups

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup yellow moong dal soaked 2 to 3 hours and drained
  • 1/4 cup jaggery syrup
  • 2 tablespoons cardamom milk
  • 1 tablespoon almond slivers
  • 1 teaspoon ghee

Method

  1. Grind soaked dal into a coarse paste.
  2. Combine dal paste with jaggery syrup, cardamom milk, and ghee.
  3. Pour into small cups and top with almonds.
  4. Steam in the Ultra Diet Steamer for 10 minutes. Serve warm.

5 . Carrot and Beetroot Steamed Cake

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 to 25 mins
Serves: 6 to 8 Pieces
steamed carrot beetroot cake

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup grated carrot
  • 1/2 cup grated beetroot
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup honey or jaggery
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
  • 2 tablespoons oil

Method

  1. Mix all ingredients into a smooth batter.
  2. Pour into greased molds.
  3. Steam in the Ultra Diet Steamer for 20 to 25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Cool slightly before unmolding.
steam food for indian

Why Steamed Desserts Make Sense

  • No excess oil or deep frying
  • Better nutrient retention
  • Ideal soft texture for kids and seniors
  • Easy festival and batch cooking using multi layer steaming

Why Use the ELGi Ultra Diet Steamer

  • AISI 304 food grade stainless steel body and trays
  • Three tier steaming for multiple dishes at once
  • Fast steam generation and automatic shut off
  • Easy to clean and compact for Indian kitchens

Product link: https://www.elgiultra.com/diet-steamer.html

Final Thoughts

Steamed desserts give you all the pleasure of sweets without the heaviness. These recipes are perfect for everyday treats, puja prasadam, kids tiffin ideas, or light festival desserts. With the Ultra Diet Steamer, you can create consistent and healthy desserts for your family in a simple and efficient way.

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Elgi Ultra Diet Steamer

Steaming is the only cooking method that does not disturb the molecular structure of food, which plays an important role in retaining minerals and vitamins.

AISI 304 FOOD-GRADE STAINLESS STEEL

The steamer pot, idli plates, trays & stand are all made with rust-resistant food safe stainless steel

TOUGHENED GLASS LID

Stronger and high impact- resistant than standard glass

BAKELITE HANDLES & KNOBS

Tough handles & knobs that are also heat resistant and hence safe to use

HIGH-IMPACT BONDED 3 LAYER COMPOSITE BASE

For even distribution of heat

INDUCTION COOKTOP COMPATIBLE

Compatible with both induction and gas cooktops

YEAR WARRANTY*

Valid in the country of purchase(*applicable on the steamer pot only) Refer user guide for terms & conditions