Besan Ka Laddu
Indulge in the rich, nutty flavors of *Besan Ka Laddu*, a beloved Indian sweet that's perfect for festive celebrations or as a delightful treat any time of the year. Made with roasted gram flour (besan) infused with aromatic cardamom and ghee, these melt-in-your-mouth laddus are lightly sweetened with powdered sugar and studded with crunchy chopped nuts like almonds and cashews. A sprinkle of crushed pistachios adds a touch of elegance and vibrant color to each bite-sized confection. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, this traditional recipe captures the essence of homemade goodness in just 40 minutes. Whether you're looking for a simple dessert or a gift-worthy delicacy, these laddus are a timeless crowd-pleaser that stay fresh for weeks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Gram flour (besan)
- 1 cup Ghee
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 0.25 cup Chopped nuts (almonds, cashews)
- 2 tablespoons Crushed pistachios
Instructions
Place a heavy-bottomed pan on low heat and add the ghee. Allow it to melt completely.
Once the ghee has melted, add the gram flour gradually, stirring continuously to avoid any lumps.
Continue to roast the flour in ghee on low heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma.
Once the flour is roasted thoroughly, add the cardamom powder and chopped nuts. Mix well to combine.
Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool for about 5 minutes so it remains warm but not hot. This is important to ensure the sugar doesn’t melt when added.
Add the powdered sugar to the warm mixture and stir until it is well combined.
Once the mixture is thoroughly mixed and holds its shape, take small portions and shape them into round laddus using your palms.
Garnish each laddu with a sprinkling of crushed pistachios, pressing gently so they stick.
Allow the laddus to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container. They will keep well for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4195 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 275.6 g | 353% | |
| Saturated Fat | 151.2 g | 756% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 640 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 167 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 346.4 g | 126% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.2 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 206.2 g | ||
| Protein | 70.2 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 2692 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
