Low-Cal Rasmalai
Cardamom-saffron milk dessert with soft cheese discs, lightened with cottage cheese. 180 calories, 12g protein, sweet and delicate.
Low-Cal Rasmalai has 180 calories per serving, with 12g protein, 22g carbs, 4g fat, and 0g fiber. Prep 15 min, cook 20 min.
Nutrition per serving
1 serving(s)
180
Calories
12g
Protein
24% DV
22g
Carbs
8% DV
4g
Fat
5% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
📊 180 calories per serving.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
20 min
Servings
1
Est. Cost
$3.25
Low-Cal Rasmalai
A lighter rasmalai made by pressing cottage cheese into soft discs and soaking them in fragrant cardamom-saffron milk sweetened with honey instead of sugar. Delicate, creamy, and surprisingly protein-rich for a dessert.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup low-fat milk
- 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sliced almonds
- A pinch of saffron threads
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Chopped pistachios to garnish
Instructions
- Blend the cottage cheese with lemon juice until very smooth, then press into a disc wrapped in cheesecloth to remove moisture.
- Shape the cheese into 2-3 small flat patties and chill 15 minutes to firm up.
- Warm the milk in a saucepan and steep saffron and cardamom in it 5 minutes.
- Whisk cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold milk, then stir into the warm milk to thicken slightly.
- Stir in honey until dissolved and simmer 3-4 minutes until the milk coats the spoon.
- Gently add the cheese patties to the warm milk and simmer 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and chill at least 30 minutes so the discs absorb the flavors.
- Garnish with sliced almonds and pistachios before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 12g |
| Carbs | 22g |
| Fat | 4g |
| Fiber | 0g |
Tips
- Removing moisture from the cottage cheese is key for patties that hold together.
- Chill thoroughly; rasmalai is best served cold.
- Swap honey for stevia to lower the carbs further.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout.
Equipment
skillet
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