Sugar Free Gujiya Rolls Recipe (Step by Step + Video)

Step by step with pictures and video ‘Sugar Free Gujiya Rolls Recipe’ that’s made with samosa/spring roll wrap sheets and filled with a mixture of dried fruits, coconut, and dates puree. 

Sugar Free Gujiya Rolls Recipe

Gujiya, a classic Indian sweet, is synonymous with festivals like Holi, especially if you are from the Northern part of India.

Traditionally deep-fried and loaded with sugar, this festive favorite can be transformed into a healthier version without compromising on taste. 

Introducing Sugar-Free Gujiya Rolls – a delicious and guilt-free take on the classic gujiya, made with spring roll wrappers and a filling of dry fruits, coconut, and dates for natural sweetness. 

These gujiya rolls are baked or air-fried instead of deep-fried, making them a perfect indulgence for those following a sugar-free, diabetic-friendly, or health-conscious diet.

Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy Holi special sweet or a festive treat without refined sugar, this recipe will become your go-to!

Why You’ll Love This Sugar-Free Gujiya Rolls Recipe

Apart from these rolls being extremely pretty and easy to make, here are the reasons 🙂 

Healthier Alternative – No refined sugar and minimal oil.

Easy to Make – Uses store-bought spring roll wrappers for convenience.

Naturally Sweetened – Dates and dry fruits provide natural sweetness and nutrition.

Baked or Air-Fried – you can make them in oven/air fryer, which means lower calories and less guilt.

Festive & Delicious – Perfect for Diwali, Holi, or any special occasion.

Do You Know The Different Names of Gujiya in Other States of India?

It’s extremely interesting that Gujiya is such a loved recipe that it’s made all over India on special occasions and here are the names:

     STATES                                                                         NAME

Uttar Pradesh (UP)                                         Gujiya or Chandrakala (moon shaped)

Maharashtra                                                      Karanji 

Gujrat                                                                 Ghughra

Punjab                                                                Palakari or Gujra

Andhra Pradesh                                                Kajjikayalu

Tamil Nadu                                                        Suryakala (sun shaped)

Bihar                                                                   Pedakiya (made of suji filling)

Sugar-Free Gujiya Rolls Ingredients

Here are the ingredient details before we dive into the preparations. Most of these ingredients can be found easily at home or available in stores:

For the Filling:

Soft dates (pitted and finely chopped)
Almonds (chopped)
Cashews (chopped)
Pistachios (chopped)
Desiccated coconut
Melon seeds (optional)
Pumpkin seeds (optional)
Chironji (skip if unavailable)
Cardamom pods
Whole black pepper (use powder if need be)

For the Rolls:
Spring roll wrappers
Water (for sealing the edges)
Atta (for sealing the edges)

(Ingredients Picture Below)

Step by Step Gujiya Rolls Recipe with Pictures

Step 1: Prepare the Mixes:

1. Place all the dry fruits in a blender, except the soft dates.
2. Now pulse to form a coarse mixture and keep aside.
3. In the same blender, add the pitted dates along with some water and pulse to form a thick paste. Keep aside

(Filling shown below in picture)

Step 2: Prepare the Mawa & Filling:

1. Heat a pan and add the crumbled mawa
2. Saute it for 3-4 minutes over medium-low flames to roast it slightly yet keep the moisture.
3. Once the khoya/khoa/mawa is slightly brown, just turn off the heat.
4. Now, add the already prepared mix of dry fruit and date pulp.
5. Mix everything and cool the filling completely.

Step 3: Assemble the Gujiya Rolls

1. The spring roll packet contains 25 large square wrappers, please cut them as half. That makes it 50 wrappers for the rolls.
2. Add atta + water in a bowl and make a thick slurry to help seal the rolls.
3. Now, take the half-cut spring roll wrapper and place it on a clean surface.
4. Take the slurry in a pastry/silicone brush or with a spoon, and apply the slurry on all sides of the sheet (pic 2 – below). 
5. Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of the filling onto one end of the wrapper (pic 2 – below).
6. Fold a part of wrapper over the filling (tightly – pic 4 – below).
7.  Now, fold the other three edges as shown in pic 5 below and apply the slurry on all sides (this helps them seal tightly).
8. Now, roll them tightly till it reaches the end. Press the final roll and keep it on a clean plate (place the roll sealed side down, to help it seal better).
9. Repeat for all wrappers and place them on a clean plate.

(Process of Making the Gujiya Roll)

(Gujiya Rolls Ready to be Fried/Baked)

Step 4: Cook the Gujiya Rolls

Now, to cook, we can use both frying or baking / air frying option and here are the details:

Steps to Fry the Rolls:

1. Heat 1 cup light / neutral oil in a wok/kadhai/deep pot.
2. Place 4-5 gujiya rolls and fry them on medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes (keep an eye as they cook really fast).
3. Once the shell is golden brown and cooked, place them on a parchment paper or napkin to absorb any excess oil.

Steps to Bake or Air Fry the Gujiya Rolls:

•Preheat the oven/air fryer to 180°C (350°F).

•Brush the rolls with ghee or oil and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden and crispy (turn them on the other side after 5-6 minutes for an even golden crust and cooking).

Step 5: Serve & Enjoy

1. Let the gujiya rolls cool slightly before serving.
2. Transfer to a serving bowl/platter.
3. Garnish with fresh rose petals and chopped pistachios and enjoy.
4. You can also drizzle some honey or date syrup (optional).

Pro-Tips for the Best Sugar-Free Gujiya Rolls

✔ Use Soft Dates – They blend well and naturally sweeten the filling. Medjool or Kimia dates are a great option.

✔ Use Fresh Dry Fruits – Fresh dry fruits guarantee an enhanced taste and texture. You can roast the dry fruits slightly if they are older. This helps them regain freshness.

✔ Seal the Rolls Properly – Use milk or water to prevent them from opening while cooking them.

✔ Brush with Ghee for a Traditional Taste – It adds richness and keeps the rolls crispy.

✔ Make-Ahead Friendly – Prepare the filling in advance and assemble the rolls when needed.

Some Extra Notes To Help: 

1. You can use homemade whole wheat thin wrappers or phyllo pastry sheets as a healthier alternative.

2. Store them in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to a week. Reheat in an air fryer or oven before serving.

3. Since they are sweetened naturally with dates and contain no refined sugar, they are a better choice for diabetics. However, portion control is recommended.

4. This recipe doesn’t use any ghee or butter, hence its perfect for vegans too.

These Sugar-Free Gujiya Rolls are a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make festive dessert that will satisfy your sweet cravings without refined sugar. 

With a crunchy exterior and a naturally sweet, nutty filling, they are the perfect addition to your Holi or Diwali or other celebrations.

So, this festive season, ditch the sugar-laden sweets and try these fried or baked / air-fried gujiya rolls. They are quick, nutritious, and loaded with flavors while being diabetic-friendly and kid-approved!

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Yield: 50 Rolls

Sugar Free Gujiya Rolls Recipe (Step by Step + Video)

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Step by step with pictures and video 'Sugar Free Gujiya Rolls Recipe' is made with samosa/spring roll wrap sheets and filled with a mixture of dried fruits, coconut, and dates puree.  

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Additional Time 10 minutes

Total Time 1 hour

Ingredients

• For the Filling:
• 1 cup mawa/khoa (store-bought or homemade)
• 8 soft dates (pitted and finely chopped)
• ¼ cup almonds (chopped)
• ¼ cup cashews (chopped)
• ¼ cup pistachios (chopped)
• ¼ cup desiccated coconut
• 2 tbsp melon seeds (optional)
• 2 tbsp 
pumpkin seeds (optional)

• 1 tbsp chironji (skip if unavailable)
• 4-5 cardamom pods
• 5-6 whole black pepper (use powder if need be)

For the Rolls:

• 10 spring roll wrappers
• 2 tbsp water (for sealing the edges)
• 2 tbsp atta (for sealing the edges)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Mixes:

1. Place all the dry fruits in a blender, except the soft dates.
2. Now pulse to form a coarse mixture and keep aside.
3. 3. In the same blender, add the pitted dates along with some water and pulse to form a thick paste. Keep aside

Step 2: Prepare the Mawa & Filling:

1. Heat a pan and add the crumbled mawa
2. Saute it for 3-4 minutes over medium-low flames to roast it slightly yet keep the moisture.
3. Once the khoya/khoa/mawa is slightly brown, just turn off the heat.
4. Now, add the already prepared mix of dry fruit and date pulp.
5. Mix everything and cool the filling completely.

Step 3: Assemble the Gujiya Rolls

1. The spring roll packet contains 25 large square wrappers, please cut them as half. That makes it 50 wrappers for the rolls.
2. Add atta + water in a bowl and make a thick slurry to help seal the rolls.
3. Now, take the half-cut spring roll wrapper and place it on a clean surface.
4. Take the slurry in a pastry/silicone brush or with a spoon, and apply the slurry on all sides of the sheet (pic 2 - below). 
5. Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of the filling onto one end of the wrapper (pic 2 - below).
6. Fold a part of the wrapper over the filling (tightly - pic 4 - below).
7. Now, fold the other three edges as shown in pic 5 below and apply the slurry on all sides (this helps them seal tightly).
8. Now, roll them tightly till it reaches the end. Press the final roll and keep it on a clean plate (place the roll sealed side down, to help it seal better).
9. Repeat for all wrappers and place them on a clean plate.

Step 4: Cook the Gujiya Rolls

Now, to cook, we can use both frying or baking / air frying option and here are the details:

Steps to Fry the Rolls:

1. Heat 1 cup light / neutral oil in a wok/kadhai/deep pot.
2. Place 4-5 gujiya rolls and fry them on medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes (keep an eye as they cook really fast).
3. Once the shell is golden brown and cooked, place them on a parchment paper or napkin to absorb any excess oil.

Steps to Bake or Air Fry the Gujiya Rolls:

•Preheat the oven/air fryer to 180°C (350°F).

•Brush the rolls with ghee or oil and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden and crispy (turn them on the other side after 5-6 minutes for an even golden crust and cooking).

Step 5: Serve & Enjoy

1. Let the gujiya rolls cool slightly before serving.
2. Transfer to a serving bowl/platter.
3. Garnish with fresh rose petals and chopped pistachios and enjoy.
4. You can also drizzle some honey or date syrup (optional).

Notes

Wrapper: you can use homemade wrappers too.

Dates: if you have hard dates, just soak them in milk or water for 10-15 minutes. then remove the pit and follow as per recipe.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

20

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 111Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 58mgCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 1gSugar: 6gProtein: 4g