Paan Shots are a fun and healthy treat for toddlers in Australia! This delicious recipe combines crunchy nuts, sweet dates, and the irresistible flavor of paan for a unique snack experience. Whether served as is or as an energy-booster during active playtime, these nutritious bites are sure to keep your little one’s tummy satisfied. With Toddler Recipes Australia, you’ll find dozens of ways to make delightful and nutritious snacks your kids will love. Incorporate some of Paan Shots into your toddler’s diet today!

General Information

• Servings: 10 paan shots
• Keywords: vegan, paan, chewy, Indian dessert
• Calories: 69
• Protein: 0 grams
• Carbs: 16 grams
• Fats: 0 grams
• Preparation Time: 30 Minutes
• Cooking Time: 10 Minutes

Ingredients

• 20 Betel leaves
• 5 sweet dates (Newjhari Dates) (pitted)
• 5 spoons of coarsely powdered almond (Badam)
• 10 teaspoons of coarsely powdered black sesame (Til)
• 10 teaspoons of peeled and chopped coconut
• 5 teaspoons of aniseed (Saunf)
• 10 teaspoons of coarsely ground cardamom (Elaichi)
• 1 teaspoon of poppy seeds (Khushboo)
• 2 spoon of gulkhand
• 5 spoons of rose petal preserve (gulkhand)
• 5 teaspoons of chopped pistachios

Directions

• Start by washing all the betel leaves in running water and set aside.
• Pit the dates and mash them with the back of a spoon until they are a paste-like consistency.
• In a bowl, combine the badam, til, coconut, saunf, elaichi, poppy seeds, and gulkhand then mix to combine.
• Add the mashed dates, rose petal preserve, and chopped pistachios to the bowl with the other ingredients and mix.
• Take each betel leaf and spoon a heaped teaspoon of the mixture onto the leaf.
• To make a paan shape, fold the edges of the leaf up and shape it into a triangle.
• For a final touch, sprinkle a few chopped pistachios on top.
• Now your paan shots are ready to enjoy!

Recommended Sides

• A cold glass of milk, or a cup of hot chai, will make a perfect accompaniment!

Note: These paan shots are a perfect healthy snack for kids - just make sure they chew them well before swallowing to avoid choking.