Atta Nankhatai without Oven Recipe By Food Fusion

Here's an **Atta Nankhatai recipe without an oven** by **Food Fusion-style**—made on a stovetop! These buttery, crumbly cookies are easy to make at home.

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### **Ingredients:**
- **Whole wheat flour (Atta)** – 1 cup
- **Gram flour (Besan)** – ¼ cup
- **Powdered sugar** – ½ cup
- **Baking powder** – ½ tsp
- **Cardamom powder (Elaichi)** – ½ tsp
- **Ghee or softened butter** – ½ cup
- **Milk** – 1-2 tbsp (if needed for kneading)
- **Chopped pistachios or almonds** – for garnish

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### **Instructions (Stovetop Method)**

#### **1. Prepare the Dough**
1. In a bowl, sift together **whole wheat flour, gram flour, baking powder, and cardamom powder**.
2. Add powdered sugar and mix well.
3. Add **ghee (or butter)** gradually and mix with your fingers until the mixture becomes crumbly.
4. Knead into a smooth dough. If it's too dry, add 1-2 tbsp milk.

#### **2. Shape the Nankhatai**
1. Take small portions and shape them into round cookies.
2. Flatten slightly and place **chopped pistachios or almonds** on top.
3. Press gently so they stick.

#### **3. Cook Without an Oven**
1. **Preheat a heavy-bottomed pan** (or a large pot) with a **lid** on medium-low heat for **10 minutes**.
2. Place a **wire rack or stand** inside the pan.
3. Put a **plate or baking tray** over the rack and arrange the Nankhatai on it.
4. Cover and cook on **low heat** for **15-20 minutes**, or until golden brown.
5. Let them cool before serving.

Enjoy your homemade **Atta Nankhatai** with tea! ☕🍪

Would you like any modifications, like using jaggery instead of sugar? 😊