Indian Baked Goods You Can Make in Less Than an Hour

Baking is an enjoyable way to create delicious treats at home, and Indian baked goods are no exception! If you have less than an hour to spare, here are some easy and quick-to-make Indian baked goods that will satisfy your cravings.

1. Nankhatai

Nankhatai are traditional Indian cookies made from flour, sugar, and ghee. They are flavored with cardamom and topped with nuts. This delightful shortbread cookie can be ready in just 30 minutes, from preparation to baking.

Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup ghee (clarified butter)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- Chopped nuts for garnish (pistachios or almonds)

Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together ghee and powdered sugar until fluffy.
3. Add the flour, cardamom powder, and baking powder, combining until a soft dough forms.
4. Shape the dough into small balls and flatten slightly.
5. Place them on a baking tray and garnish with nuts.
6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until they turn golden.

2. Eggless Banana Bread

This moist and flavorful banana bread is quick to whip up and perfect for using those overripe bananas. It’s ideal for breakfast or as a snack.

Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup yogurt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Nuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
2. In a bowl, mix mashed bananas, sugar, oil, yogurt, and vanilla extract.
3. Stir in baking soda and then gradually add the flour.
4. Fold in nuts or chocolate chips, if desired.
5. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.

3. Rawa Cake

This semolina cake is soft, spongy, and packed with flavor. It’s a perfect dessert that you can make in under an hour.

Ingredients:
- 1 cup semolina (rava)
- 1 cup yogurt
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup grated coconut (optional)
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder

Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a bowl, mix semolina, yogurt, sugar, and oil until well combined.
3. Add baking powder, grated coconut, and cardamom, mixing gently.
4. Pour the batter into a greased cake tin.
5. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

4. Aloo Tikki Pizza

A fusion dish that combines the delight of a traditional pizza with aloo tikki, this recipe is quick and fun to make.

Ingredients:
- 4 aloo tikkis (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup cheese, grated
- Toppings of your choice (pepperoni, bell peppers, onions)

Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Place the cooked aloo tikkis on a baking tray.
3. Spread pizza sauce over each tikki and top with grated cheese and other toppings.
4. Bake for about 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

5. Coconut Macaroons

These sweet and chewy coconut macaroons are simple to prepare and taste delicious. They are perfect for tea time or