🍌 Layered Banana Puttu – A Soft, Sweet, Steamed Delight
This layered version of banana puttu adds slices of ripe banana between layers of rice flour and coconut, all steamed together to create a soft, flavorful, and aromatic treat. It’s a comforting breakfast or snack loved by both kids and adults, made with simple, wholesome ingredients and no refined sugar.
✅ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Naturally sweet and light
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Steamed, not fried – a healthy option
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Soft texture with bursts of banana flavor
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Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients
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Great for festive occasions or everyday meals
✅ Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
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Rice flour – 1 cup
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Ripe banana – 1 medium, sliced
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Grated coconut – 1 cup (divided into two portions)
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Cardamom powder – ¼ tsp (optional)
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A pinch of salt
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Water – as required
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Ghee – 1 tbsp (optional, for flavor)
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Jaggery powder or honey – 1–2 tbsp (optional, depending on sweetness)
✅ Preparation Steps
1. Prepare the rice flour mixture
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In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour and a pinch of salt.
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Sprinkle water gradually and mix until the flour is crumbly but holds shape when pressed.
2. Add cardamom flavor
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Mix in cardamom powder for a warm, aromatic flavor.
3. Layer the puttu
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Grease the puttu maker or steaming container lightly with ghee.
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Layer with grated coconut first, followed by a layer of rice flour mixture.
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Add a layer of sliced ripe banana.
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Add another layer of grated coconut, then more rice flour.
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Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of grated coconut on top.
4. Steam the puttu
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Steam for 10–12 minutes until fully cooked. The banana slices should be soft and infused with the flavors of coconut and cardamom.
5. Serve
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Carefully remove the steamed puttu and fluff it gently with a fork.
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Drizzle with ghee or serve with warm coconut milk and jaggery syrup for extra richness.
✅ Serving Suggestions
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Serve warm with coconut milk and jaggery syrup.
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Pair with fresh fruits or yogurt or pappad or black chick peas curry for a complete meal.
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Great for festive breakfasts like Onam or as a wholesome snack.
✅ Tips
✔ Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and softness.
✔ Adjust the sweetness by adding jaggery or honey according to your taste.
✔ Don’t oversteam after adding ghee or sweeteners to retain texture.
✔ You can also add chopped nuts or raisins for extra flavor and texture.
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