Watalappan

Watalappan is a traditional Sri Lankan dessert, often made with rice flour, jaggery (unrefined cane sugar), coconut milk, and spices like cardamom and nutmeg, creating a rich, sweet pudding. It is a beloved treat during festive occasions and celebrations.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is typically high in carbohydrates and fats due to its jaggery and coconut milk content, providing energy and some minerals like iron from the jaggery. A single serving can range from 250 to 350 calories, depending on the recipe and portion size.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	40 g
Sodium	150 mg
Calcium	200 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Magnesium	50 mg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Vitamin B12	0.5 mcg
Vitamin D	1.0 mcg
Zinc	1.2 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Watalappan is culturally significant as a symbol of hospitality and celebration in Sri Lankan cuisine, often served at weddings and religious festivals. Its use of jaggery instead of refined sugar adds a deeper, caramel-like flavor and retains more nutrients, making it a slightly more wholesome indulgence.

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