Baked Papdi Recipe (Baked Puris)
Tarla Dalal
• Updated : Jan 08, 2026
Weight watching and craving for chaat? We have a perfect baked papdi recipe also known as baked puri for you which will help kill your chaat cravings and you can have it without feeling guilty as it is super healthy baked puri.
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About Baked Papdi
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Ingredients
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Methods
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For the dough of baked papadi
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How to make baked puri
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FAQs
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Related Baked Papdi Recipe
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Tips for Baked Papdi Recipe
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Nutrient values
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Traditionally the puris are made using maida and are deep fried. But here, we have used whole wheat flour in baked papdi and have cut down the quantity of oil. Hence they are called healthy baked puris as they are made of healthy whole wheat flour and small amounts of oil.
Puris and Papadis... yumm, the very words remind one of a delectable spread of chaats! Indeed, these versatile crispies are the base of many an interesting snack, including sev puri. Also, papdi’s are used in papdi chaat, bhel purietc. You can also relished baked papdi with any dip or you can also crush and make a salad out of it. You can also have healthy baked puri plain as a jar snack with a cup of tea or coffee.
The method to make these homemade baked papdi is very quick and simple. All you need to do is knead a semi-soft dough using whole-wheat flour, salt and little oil which would help making the baked puris flaky and crispy. Further, divide and roll into a big circular sheet and cut into small circles using a cookie cutter. Place them on a greased baking tray and bake for 10 mins at 200c. Keep an eye on it as it gets baked real quick. Once the puris are baked, make sure you cool them completely before storing homemade baked papdi in a jar or it may turn soggy.
I make large batches of crispy baked puri and store them in an air-tight container and when hunger calls in baked puri is the answer sometimes. When you bake these puris at home, it is healthier and also safest ingredients are used.
What is better than low-cal puris (papadis), so you can relish your favourite chaats more frequently? Baking offers a way out by making crisp baked puris (baked papdi).
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Soaking Time
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Preparation Time
2 Mins
Cooking Time
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Baking Time
15 Mins
Baking Temperature
200ºC (400ºF).
Sprouting Time
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Total Time
17 Mins
Makes
40 puris
Ingredients
For Baked Puri
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour (gehun ka atta)
- 1/2 tsp oil
- salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp oil for greasing
- whole wheat flour (gehun ka atta) for rolling
Method
For baked puri
- To make baked puris, combine all the ingredients in a deep bowl, mix well and knead into a firm dough using enough water.
- Divide the dough into 2 equal portions and roll one portion of the dough into about 225 mm. (9") diameter circle, using little whole wheat flour for rolling.
- Take a small cookie cutter or vati and cut small 11 puris from it.
- Gather up the scraps, knead, roll and repeat the process. You will get 40 papdis in all.
- Prick each papdi with a fork evenly.
- Grease the baking tray with oil, place the puris on it.
- Bake the papadis in a pre-heated oven at 200°c (400°f) for 10 minutes, turning them once after 5 minutes.
- Store the baked puris in an air-tight container. Use as required.
Baked Puri ( Baked Papadi) recipe with step by step photos
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To make baked puris, in a deep bowl take 1/2 cup whole wheat flour (gehun ka atta). You can even take equal quantities of atta and maida for preparing the papdi.
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Add the salt to taste.
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Add the 1/2 tsp oil. Ghee/Olive oil can also be added as Moyan for the healthy papdi recipe. The addition of fat to the dough helps in making crispy yet flaky papdi.
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Rub everything with your fingertips to form a bread crumb like texture.
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Add enough water to make a firm dough. We have used about approx 1/4 cup of water. The water should be just enough to bring together all the ingredients. Also, the water quantity may vary depends on the freshness/quality of the flour.
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Knead well to make a smooth stiff dough.
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Divide the dough into 2 equal portions.
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Roll one portion of the dough into about 225 mm. (9") diameter circle, using little whole wheat flour for rolling.
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Cut into small circles using a cookie cutter.
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Prick with fork, so that they do not puff up while baking. Pricking also ensures that you will get crispy puri after baking.
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Get rid of excessive dough and repeat the step.
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Grease the baking tray with oil. Alternatively, you can also line the tray with parchment paper or aluminium foil.
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Arrange all the papadis on the baking tray.
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Bake the papadis in a pre-heated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 10 minutes, turning them once after 5 minutes. The oven setting are different for each unit. You may take a longer time depending on the thickness of the papdis so keep an eye after as the edges tend to burn easily.
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The low fat baked papadis will look like this after baking.
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Store the baked puris in an air-tight container. Use as required.
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- What are baked papdis (baked puris)?
Baked papdis are a healthier, oven-baked version of traditional chaat papdi or puri, made using whole wheat flour and very little oil instead of deep-frying. - What ingredients are needed to make baked papdi?
You need whole wheat flour, a little oil, salt, and a bit more flour for rolling. - Do I need an oven to make this recipe?
Yes the papdis are baked in a pre-heated oven at 200 °C (400 °F) until crisp. - How long does it take to bake the papdi?
Bake for about 10 minutes, turning once after 5 minutes; time may vary slightly with your oven and papdi thickness. - How many papdis does this recipe make?
The recipe yields about 40 baked papdis when you cut them from the rolled dough. - How should I prepare the dough for best results?
Knead a firm dough using enough water, then roll it into a circular sheet and cut into small circles; prick with a fork to ensure crispness. - Can I store baked papdi, and for how long?
Yes once completely cooled, store in an airtight container; they stay good for 2–3 months if kept dry. - Why do the baked papdis need to cool completely before storing?
Cooling fully prevents steam from making them soggy inside the container. - Why are the papdis crispy instead of soft?
This is meant to be a crispy recipe even older adults may find them firm because they harden when baked. - What can I use baked papdi for?
Use them for chaat like papdi chaat, sev puri, bhel puri, or simply enjoy them as a crisp snack with dips.
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1. Use a Firm Dough
Make sure you knead a firm but smooth dough this helps the papdi hold shape and become crispy when baked.
2. Add Enough Fat for Flakiness
Adding a little oil (or even olive oil/ghee) into the dough helps make the papdi flaky and crisp.
3. Prick the Papdi Well
Use a fork to prick each papdi evenly before baking. This prevents them from puffing up and ensures they stay flat and crisp.
4. Grease the Tray or Line It
Lightly grease the baking tray with oil, or use parchment paper/aluminium foil to stop the papdi from sticking.
5. Keep an Eye While Baking
Oven settings vary, so watch closely as it can brown quickly, especially around edges.
6. Turn Halfway Through
Bake at 200 °C (400 °F) and flip each papdi after about 5 minutes for even crisping.
7. Cool Completely Before Storing
Cooling the baked papdi thoroughly before storing prevents steam from making them soft or soggy.
8. Make a Bigger Batch
This papdi keeps well in an airtight container, so you can prepare a larger batch and use it whenever you want.
9. Adjust Thickness for Texture
Roll papdi to an even thickness thinner ones will be crispier, while thicker ones may take longer to bake.
10. Use Them in Many Ways
Apart from chaat, you can crush baked papdi for salads or enjoy them as a tea-time snack with dips.
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
| Energy | 6 Calories |
| Protein | 0.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 1.2 g |
| Fiber | 0.2 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 0 mg |
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Eat to live
Jan. 18, 2021, 2:28 p.m.
Baking time varies with oven. So be very careful or the puris will burn.. They are little hard. Good substitute for the fried version.
Sunjay Bhogal (London UK)
Aug. 10, 2020, 9:27 a.m.
During this Covid19 lockdown, I seem to be doing more cooking and baking new things. While searching around I found your bake puri recipe. This is perfect for a Sunday afternoon snack while watching movies.
Tarla Dalal
Aug. 10, 2020, 9:27 a.m.
Sunjay, thanks for the feedback and good to see you opt for healthy options which will help battle the virus.
Foodie #583874
Sept. 19, 2016, 4:58 p.m.
I don''t have an oven. Can this be done on Tawa or microwave
Priyanka
Sept. 16, 2015, 10:42 a.m.
shubham shungloo
March 24, 2015, 3:32 p.m.
i baked it but it is not soft from inside, aged people cant eat this because its crispy and need lot of chewing... please let me know how to make is soft
