Eggless Custard Powder Cookies Recipe

Eggless custard cookies are a delightful treat that combines the richness of custard with the cookie crumbliness that too without using eggs. The ingredients used in the recipe make a soft, mildly crispy, flavourful eggless cookie with a hint of vanilla and custard flavour. You can also make these cookies without an oven by using stove top, air fryer or microwave method. It is one of the health snack recipes for kids and also best for gifting options during special occasions. These cookies stay good for a week at room temperature when stored in an airtight container.

Custard Powder Cookies

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Now coming back to this cookies, this is a eggless, butter less, whole wheat cookies. Do I know need to give anymore explanations to you all to indulge in this without any guilt. It is completely guilt free and I should tell you that you, even though it doesn’t have any of the above, the taste don’t miss anything. It is absolutely delicious.You have to try a batch to feel it. If you feel more of a whole wheat thing, then check out my Eggless whole wheat honey walnut cookies.

About Custard Powder Cookies

Baking has always been my favorite calm and comforting activity, it is one the ways to slow down and create delicacies using simple ingredients. Most of the time I prefer baking at night, when everyone has gone to sleep and I have my “me time”. When I thought of making some eggless cookies, I came across this custard cookie recipe. Generally I use custard powder for making pudding, or mixed fruit custard recipes. So I just gave it a try and then it became my most comforting and favorite cookie.

These eggless custard wheat cookies taste like bakery style butter cookies, they just melt in your mouth. Cookies are the bite sized comforting snack that can be enjoyed on its own or it can be paired with a cup of tea or coffee.

These cookies are crunchy, eggless and have a perfect balance of sweetness. It tastes so good that you won’t be able to stop yourself at one! You don’t need any fancy tool like a hand blender or stand mixer, just one bowl is enough and all can be mixed together using whisk. Each ingredient used in the recipe helps to create delicious and tender cookies that are easy to make and enjoyable to eat!

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WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS

Healthy and Versatile : The recipe uses atta / wheat flour instead of all purpose flour that makes the cookies wholesome. This recipe is so versatile that you can even customize it with other healthy flour like oat flour, almond flour, coconut flour, ragi flour and jowar flour based on your dietary preference.

Simple and Easy : This eggless custard cookie recipe is so simple and easy to make with basic pantry staples. Also it doesn’t require any fancy tools or equipment. Just one bowl is enough to mix the dough. You can even bake these cookies without the oven, by using the stovetop method.

Why I Love this Recipe

What I love about this recipe is completely eggless and uses atta / wheat flour instead of maida / all purpose flour. Whether you’re baking for yourself, kids, friends or even for selling, this cookie recipe is a great option. It is so simple and beginner friendly, can also be made in large batches and bake perfectly shaped cookies every time. And people devour the cookies in a jiffy!

Ingredients

GHEE : Ghee adds flavour and taste to the cookies.

SUGAR : This is the main sweetener used for the cookies. Powder the sugar before using it.

PLAIN FLOUR : This is the base of the cookie to form the layer and holds everything together. flour makes the cookie wholesome.

CUSTARD POWDER : This is the flavour and taste enhancer of the cookie. I have used vanilla custard powder. It adds light yellow color and creates chewy melt in mouth consistency.

BAKING SODA : Baking soda is also another leveling agent for cookies. This also helps the cookies to rise and achieve the desired cookie texture.

MILK : Milk is used to form the proper cookie dough. If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of milk and it acts as the binding agent. It adds moisture and contributes to the soft texture of the cookies.

OPTIONAL : Add some chopped nuts like cashewnut, almonds, pistachios, walnuts or chocolate chips for a nutty texture.

Hacks

Pre prep work : Bring the oil and milk to room temperature before starting to make dough. Use a kitchen scale, to measure all the ingredients to create a perfect cookie. Preheat the oven to 170 degree celsius. Line a baking tray and brush it with oil.

Mixing : In a bowl, first sieve and add the dry ingredients like flour, sugar, baking powder, custard powder and baking soda. Then gently add the wet ingredients like oil, milk and essence. Gently fold the dough mixture and don’t overmix it.

Baking : To spread the cookie dough on the tray, use a cookie scoop or spoon to spread the cookie evenly. Bake it for 15 to 17 minutes. Let the cookies cool in the wire rack.

Chilling the dough : Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking. It helps to prevent spreading and gives perfect cookies.

Stovetop / no oven method : In a heavy bottomed kadai or cooker, layer some salt and preheat for 10 minutes. Use a steel plate or cookie tray to arrange the dough and bake them for 15 minutes. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning.

Air-fryer method : Preheat the air fryer for 170 degree celsius. Line the basket with parchment paper and spread the dough. Bake it for 10 minutes.

Custard Powder Cookies Recipe (Step by Step Pictures)

1)Take ghee in a bowl. You can use unsalted soft butter.

2)Add in powdered sugar.

3)Add in salt.

4)Cream this really well till fluffy and creamy.

5)Add in baking soda and mix well.

6)Mix well.

7)Add in custard powder and plain flour.

8)Mix until crumbly.

9)Add in little milk at a time.

10)Make it into a soft dough. Don’t add too much milk.

11)Take 1 tbsp of the dough. I used 1 tbsp measuring spoon to scoop the dough.

12)Shape it into a smooth ball.

13)Take a baking tray and line it with foil. Arrange the dough ball leaving some space between them.

14)Bake till cooked.

15)Once it is cooled and serve.

Expert Tips

For baking recipes, use a kitchen scale to measure the ingredients for perfect results.
Sift the dry ingredients before mixing to create a lump free dough. Over-mixing the dough makes it tough.
Ensure the oil and milk are at room temperature for a smooth dough.
Use a cookie scoop or spoon to evenly portion the cookie dough.
Each oven temperature may vary. So keep an eye on the baking and check before the recommended time.
Cool the cookies in a wire rack before storing.
Dip the cookies in melted chocolate and let cool in the parchment paper.

STORAGE

Store the cookies in an airtight container. It stays good at temperature for a week. For longer shelf life, refrigerate the cookies for a month. You can even refrigerate the cookie dough, by rolling it like a log and covering it using a clip wrap. Thaw them before baking cookies and add some milk if it is too dry.

SERVING

These eggless cookies pair wonderfully with a cup of tea, coffee or milk. It can be served as a kids evening snack.

Serve these cookies in a dessert platter with a chocolate fondue or drizzle chocolate sauce on top. These cookies are also one of the best gifting options, pack them in a cookie jar or box for a return birthday gift.

FAQ

1.Can I make it as vegan cookies?

Absolutely, Yes! You can make these cookies vegan or gluten free by using almond flour, coconut flour to make wholesome and healthy cookies.

2. Why are my cookies too hard or crumbled?

You might have baked the cookies for a longer time or the dough may be too dry. To adjust it, measure and add the ingredients. Also add little milk to soften the cookie dough.

3.What if I don’t have custard powder?

You can substitute corn starch or vanilla essence with a bit of yellow color. But the custard powder aids in the signature taste and flavour.

4.Can I add nuts?

Definitely! Feel free to add nuts of your choices like cashewnut, dry nuts, almonds, walnuts and chocolate chips while folding the cookie mixture for added flavour and texture.

Variations

Flavoured custard powder cookies : Add flavoured custard powder like mango, strawberry, chocolate for flavourful cookies. You can also add some tutti frutti or chocolate chips for a nutty texture.

Sandwich cookies : For a fun and colorful twist, take two cookies and spread some buttercream or jam to make it like a sandwich cookie. Kids will enjoy and devour them quickly.

Citrus flavoured cookies : Add a lemon or orange zest to the cookie dough for a refreshing citrus flavour and it complements the flavour of the cookies.

Coconut custard cookies : Add some ¼ to ½ cup of desiccated coconut to the cookie dough for a tropical flavour.

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