Baked Coconut Date Gujiya – The Guilt-Free Holi Sweet That’s Taking Over Modern Indian Kitchens
Baked Coconut Date Gujiya – The Guilt-Free Holi Sweet That’s Taking Over Modern Indian Kitchens Introduction Holi is incomplete without gujiya — but let’s be honest — the traditional deep-fried, sugar-loaded mawa gujiya is heavy, overly sweet, and not exactly what a modern, health-conscious audience is looking for. This year, give your festive platter a global upgrade with Baked Coconut Date Gujiya — a contemporary twist on India’s most iconic Holi dessert. Instead of refined sugar and khoa, this recipe uses naturally sweet Medjool dates, desiccated coconut, and crunchy dry fruits. And instead of deep frying in oil, the gujiyas are oven-baked to golden perfection. The result? A crispy, mildly sweet, aromatic pastry that delivers indulgence without the post-festival guilt. Why This Gujiya is Different (and Viral-Worthy) No refined sugar No mawa or condensed milk Baked, not deep-fried Naturally sweetened with dates Globally trending plant-based ingredients Perfect for vegan or lac...