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    Home » Desserts » Eggless Whole Wheat Ghee Cookies

    Published: Oct 22, 2021 · Modified: Oct 22, 2021 by Priya * This post may contain affiliate links.

    Eggless Whole Wheat Ghee Cookies

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    Try these delicious whole wheat ghee cookies this festive season! These Indian cookies contain no egg and can be made with just 4 ingredients!

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    Can you stop at one?

    Table of Contents

    • Indian cookies
    • Trending now
    • Cookies without eggs
    • Why make this
    • Ingredients needed
    • Here's how to make it
    • Serving suggestions
    • Tips, recommendations, and suggestions
    • More Eggless cookie recipes
    • Whole Wheat Ghee Cookies

    Indian cookies

    Ghee cookies were a regular in our house. Mom got them from the bakery nearby on her way back while picking up the weekly groceries.

    She preferred these cookies because they were eggless. We would be the happiest that day. Those Indian butter biscuits would just melt in our mouths. 

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    I make it a point to stop by this bakery even today whenever I visit home. The beauty of this bakery is that despite it being there for so many years, the taste of those ghee biscuits is still the same.

    In fact, today's recipe comes from that very bakery. The owner was kind enough to share it with me.

    That's why my today's recipe post is dedicated to that special bakery and the family that owns it. Thank you for giving me some wonderful memories. 

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    Cookies without eggs

    These whole wheat flour cookies are pretty simple to make and that too without eggs. But, do they taste good? Yes, they taste so good that you will not miss the eggs at all!

    Although eggs help to make baked goods moist, ghee, oil, or butter in a recipe also serves the same purpose. Eggless cookies tend to turn out flatter and crispier.

    But can you bake with ghee?  Yes, you can. Ghee is fatter than butter and tends to make cookies crispier which is the texture we need in this recipe.

    The two main ingredients in this recipe are atta (In Hindi) or whole wheat four and ghee which is what gives it its color and crispy texture.

    These cookies are a no-fuss, so-darn-simple eggless dessert that you can whip up any time of the day! I have made these cookies using regular and vegan ghee. Both taste great!

    Why make this

    These cookies are insanely delicious. They are light, crispy, and will melt in your mouth. You just need 4 basic ingredients to make these cookies.

    • Minimal prep required
    • Very easy recipe that can be made in 20 minutes
    • Vegan cookies recipe, they contain no eggs
    • Don't need baking powder and baking soda
    • It is made using whole wheat flour instead of refined flour
    • A fun recipe to bake with kids
    • Stores well for weeks
    • Ideal for gifting during the holidays

    Ingredients needed

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    That's all you need!

    Whole wheat flour - Use good quality and not stale whole wheat flour to make these cookies.

    Ghee - I have used vegan ghee in this recipe. You can also use regular ghee or butter.

    Sugar - Use powder sugar or castor sugar for this recipe.

    Vanilla extract is added for flavoring.

    Besides these ingredients, you don't need any fancy gadgets. Just a whisk and a mixing bowl are all you need.

    Here's how to make it

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    Easiest cookie recipe!

    This 4 ingredient cookies recipe is so delicious that you will keep making this on a regular basis.

    1. In a mixing bowl, add ghee and castor sugar.
    2. Whisk till the sugar is dissolved.
    3. Sieve whole wheat flour and add to the bowl.
    4. Then add vanilla extract and salt.
    5. Mix everything together and form a soft dough.
    6. Using a measuring spoon (tablespoon) or a small cookie scooper, divide into equal balls and place them on the baking tray that is lined with parchment paper.
      • Continue the same process for the remaining dough. There is no need to flatten the balls. Keep some distance between each ball.
      • Preheat the oven at 360 degrees F. Bake these cookies for about 20-25 mins or until the base of the cookies turn brown.
      • The baking time may vary from oven to oven so keep checking after 10 mins. Take it out and allow it to cool down before consuming these Indian biscuits.
    a round tray filled with Whole Wheat Ghee Cookies
    Who can resist these cookies?

    Serving suggestions

    Take them out of the oven and let them stand for 5 minutes. Serve these whole wheat ghee cookies along with tea or coffee any time of the day.

    Make a batch and serve them whenever you have guests over. After all, you just need 4 basic ingredients to make these cookies!

    Enjoy these Indian cookies as a midnight snack or when you crave something sweet post a meal. They also make great holiday gifts. Your loved ones will love this gift!

    Tips, recommendations, and suggestions

    Use vegan ghee or regular ghee in this recipe. If wheat flour is not available to you, use any self-raising flour or maida. Add 1/4 cup cocoa powder for a chocolate flavor.

    Use castor sugar in baking. If you don't have one, then simply grind the regular sugar in a blender and make your own powdered sugar. You can also use brown sugar here.

    Do not skip adding salt. Salt subtly enhances the flavor of all the ingredients. It also strengthens the protein in the dough, making cookies chewier.

    The cookie dough should not be very crumbly, should look moist, and stick together well. If your dough looks dry, sprinkle a little water until you get the desired consistency.

    Use a tablespoon or cookie scooper to scoop out the dough. You can also shape them with your hands or use an ice cream scoop. There is no need to flatten the balls. 

    The baking time may vary from oven to oven so keep checking after 10 mins. Take them out when the base starts to brown. Do not overbake!

    Allow it to cool completely before consuming it. Store these Indian cookies in airtight containers at room temperature. They stay good for 2 weeks.

    Freeze them for 3-4 weeks once cool.

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    • Kesar Pista Badam Biscuits | Saffron Cashew Almond Cookies
    • Ferrero Rocher Cookies
    • Almond Butter Oats Cookies
    • Cashew & Condensed Milk Biscuits
    • Vegan Marshmallow Chocolate Cookies 
    Whole Wheat Ghee Cookies stacked one on top of the other
    Appetizing and delicious!

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    a hand picking up one Whole Wheat Ghee Cookie from a stack

    Whole Wheat Ghee Cookies

    Try these delicious whole wheat ghee cookies this festive season! These Indian cookies contain no egg and can be made with just 4-ingredients!
    3.84 from 6 votes
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    Course: bake, Dessert
    Cuisine: Indian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 13 cookies
    Calories: 122.5kcal
    Author: Priya Lakshminarayan

    Equipment

    Whisk

    Ingredients 

    • 1 cup whole wheat flour
    • 1/2 cup vegan ghee melted
    • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1/4 tsp salt

    Instructions

    • In a mixing bowl, add ghee and castor sugar.
    • Whisk till the sugar is dissolved.
    • Sieve whole wheat flour and add to the bowl.
    • Then add vanilla extract and salt.
    • Mix everything together and form a soft dough.
    • Using a measuring spoon (tablespoon) or a small cookie scooper, divide into equal balls and place them on the baking tray that is lined with parchment paper.
    • Continue the same process for the remaining dough. There is no need to flatten the balls. Keep some distance between each ball.
    • Preheat the oven at 360 degrees F. Bake these cookies for about 20-25 mins or until the base of the cookies turn brown.
    • The baking time may vary from oven to oven so keep checking after 10 mins.
    • Take them out of the oven and let it stand for 5 minutes. Then enjoy!

    Notes

    Use vegan ghee or regular ghee in this recipe. If wheat flour is not available to you, use any self-raising flour or maida. Add 1/4 cup cocoa powder for a chocolate flavor.
    Use castor sugar in baking. If you don't have one, then simply grind the regular sugar in a blender and make your own powdered sugar. You can also use brown sugar here.
    Do not skip adding salt. Salt subtly enhances the flavor of all the ingredients. It also strengthens the protein in the dough, making cookies chewier.
    The cookie dough should not be very crumbly, should look moist, and stick together well. If your dough looks dry, sprinkle a little water until you get the desired consistency.
    Use a tablespoon or cookie scooper to scoop out the dough. You can also shape them with your hands or use an ice cream scoop. There is no need to flatten the balls. 
    The baking time may vary from oven to oven so keep checking after 10 mins. Take them out when the base starts to brown. Do not overbake!
    Allow it to cool completely before consuming it. Store these Indian cookies in airtight containers at room temperature. They stay good for 2 weeks.
    Freeze them for 3-4 weeks once cool.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2per person | Calories: 122.5kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.29g | Protein: 1.22g | Fat: 8.62g | Saturated Fat: 7.29g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.26g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.51g | Sodium: 45.03mg | Potassium: 34.06mg | Fiber: 0.99g | Sugar: 4.59g | Vitamin A: 0.83IU | Calcium: 3.25mg | Iron: 0.34mg
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    Comments

    1. Vani Doraisamy says

      November 19, 2020 at 2:47 pm

      Tried these today and they turned out so good. Reduced the sugar and added a pinch more salt, to suit our taste. Perfect outcome. These go very well with masala chai. Thank you for this recipe!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        November 19, 2020 at 3:10 pm

        Thank you so much Vani for the feedback. Glad you liked it! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Prathibha says

      October 25, 2020 at 8:43 pm

      Hey, I have baked the nan khatai with maida n a pinch of soda. This doesn't have soda , neither the dough was set aside fir few hours. Just wanted to understand what difference does this make, as I am a beginner to baking!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        October 25, 2020 at 11:14 pm

        How did yours turn out? I dont need to add soda to these cookies..they turn out great.

        Reply
    3. Nameeta says

      October 03, 2020 at 8:08 am

      Hi,
      I wanted to know if we can add cocoa or choco chips to this?

      Reply
      • Priya says

        October 03, 2020 at 11:33 am

        Yes, you can add. It will taste good.

        Reply
    4. Nikita says

      July 09, 2020 at 4:56 am

      You did not whisk ghee and sugar? I am yet to try, but felt curious about the whisking part.

      Reply
      • Priya says

        July 09, 2020 at 12:40 pm

        No, you don't need to do that seperately.

        Reply
      • Priya says

        July 09, 2020 at 12:40 pm

        No, you don't need to do that separately.

        Reply
    5. Divya says

      May 05, 2020 at 8:19 am

      You have not mentioned baking powder or baking soda in the recipe. Don't we need to add in the recipe

      Reply
      • Priya says

        May 05, 2020 at 11:47 am

        Yes, no need to add them.

        Reply
    6. Gayatri Sharma says

      March 31, 2020 at 10:18 am

      Hi thank you so much for the recipe....already made it a couple of times and my family loved them...just need to know why do my cookies turn a bit more brown than yours I’ve baked them with whole wheat flour....also what’s the exact temperature and the time to bake them perfectly kindly guide🙏🏻

      Reply
      • Priya says

        March 31, 2020 at 11:25 am

        I am glad you liked it. As far as its fully cooked and tastes fine, you need not worry about the color. The oven may vary so mine looks darker. Next time try keeping in few minutes more in the oven and see if that gives you a deeper color. 🙂

        Reply
    7. Yukti says

      March 31, 2020 at 9:56 am

      Hey my cookies tasted good but spread a little. Why so?

      Reply
      • Priya says

        March 31, 2020 at 11:23 am

        Thanks. Do you mean they didn't spread much or it was runny?

        Reply
        • Yukti says

          April 01, 2020 at 9:35 am

          No no in one batch i used melted ghee n whisked with sugar.. they turned out crisp n flattened.
          And the other batch i used melted ghee but they didn't spread at all n retained the shape n were thick in the middle.

          As i can see yours u used melted ghee but they did spread a bit n don't seem too thick. How? Are u using warm melted ghee or room temp? N how can i get not too thick n not too thin cookies. Thanks

          Reply
          • Priya says

            April 01, 2020 at 5:51 pm

            I used melted ghee at room temperature. Make small balls and flatten it lightly. They don't spread so much. It will mostly retain the shape you create in the first place. They are more like biscuits..don't expect it to make it flat like a cookie. Hope that helps.

            Reply
            • Yukti says

              April 01, 2020 at 7:43 pm

              Thankyou 💜

    8. Lakshmy says

      March 29, 2020 at 10:26 pm

      5 stars
      I tried this today and the kids loved it. And the flavor brings back memories; thank you!! I also wanted to try this recipe using almond flour, any recommendations?

      Reply
      • Priya says

        March 29, 2020 at 10:40 pm

        I am so happy that all of you enjoyed these cookies. Do share a pic if you have. I am yet to bake with almond flour. I have something in mind though. I will share it with you once I get success with it. Stay tuned. 🙂

        Reply
    9. Rashmi says

      March 28, 2020 at 5:09 pm

      I love the fact that it requires just 4 ingredients. Can I use regular sugar instead of castor sugar? Would love to try. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • Priya says

        March 28, 2020 at 5:28 pm

        yes you can. Just powder it and use. You can read my notes for more help.

        Reply
    10. Beth Neels says

      March 27, 2020 at 2:20 pm

      5 stars
      I can't wait to try these cookies! They look so good! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        March 27, 2020 at 4:14 pm

        I am glad you liked it. 🙂

        Reply
    11. stephanie says

      March 27, 2020 at 1:40 pm

      5 stars
      These cookies look so healthy and full of flavor.

      Reply
      • Priya says

        March 27, 2020 at 1:53 pm

        They definitely are all of that! 🙂

        Reply
    12. Cathleen says

      March 27, 2020 at 1:36 pm

      5 stars
      4 ingredients?? Count me in!!
      It has been getting harder and harder finding eggs in the grocery stores, so I am definitely going to be making these cookies often 🙂

      Reply
      • Priya says

        March 27, 2020 at 1:54 pm

        I know right! Thanks. Stay safe.

        Reply
    13. Marie-Charlotte Chatelain says

      March 27, 2020 at 1:14 pm

      5 stars
      Such a simple recipe and I have all the ingredients! I have never baked with ghee before but I am super excited to try these puppies!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        March 27, 2020 at 1:54 pm

        yay! do try them and let me know how they turned out

        Reply
        • Neethi says

          April 12, 2022 at 2:41 pm

          5 stars
          Hi. The cookies look lovely. And the recipe is perfect for beginners like me!
          Can we substitute sugar with jaggery powder?

          Reply
          • Priya says

            April 15, 2022 at 2:40 am

            Hi Neethi. Glad you liked the recipe. Yes you can try with brown sugar. I have not made it with jaggery so not sure. But you can always try and let me know 🙂

            Reply
    14. Anita says

      March 27, 2020 at 1:02 pm

      5 stars
      These cookies are insanely delicious, and so so simple. Indeed a good recipe to prepare together with the kids. 🙂

      Reply
    15. Akky says

      February 02, 2020 at 3:30 pm

      5 stars
      The cookies are truly superb. Melt in the mouth.
      The recipe is very simple as well. Thanks for this.

      Reply
      • Priya says

        February 02, 2020 at 7:19 pm

        I am so glad you loved it 🙂 Yes they are yumm!

        Reply
    16. cookingontheweekends says

      January 23, 2019 at 6:09 pm

      Your photographs are so beautiful. They have such a warm soft feel to them. I love those childhood memories of walking past the bakery. Sounds like a a lovely family who owns and runs it -- so very kind to have given you the recipe! I'm intrigued by it and it sounds delicious!

      Reply
      • Priya says

        January 23, 2019 at 6:40 pm

        Thank you so much. Yes, they are a sweet family. I enjoy sharing my memories on the blog through the recipes. Glad you enjoyed reading it. 🙂 Do give it a try.

        Reply

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