English Indian Pinni Dessert (1 Piece)

Have a smaller portion of pinni, such as half of your usual serving, and avoid taking a second piece.

Eat pinni after a balanced meal rather than on an empty stomach; include non-starchy vegetables, lentils, eggs, fish, or chicken in that meal.

Pair the dessert with a small handful of almonds, walnuts, or pistachios instead of having it alone.

Choose pinni made with less jaggery or sugar and more nuts, seeds, or chickpea flour; avoid versions with added syrup or sweetened condensed milk.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk after eating to help reduce the post-meal rise.

If making it at home, make smaller pieces and use a modest amount of jaggery, while increasing ingredients such as almonds, flaxseed, or sesame seeds.