Besan Ladoo
Indulge in the rich, melt-in-your-mouth goodness of Besan Ladoo—an iconic Indian sweet that combines the nutty aroma of roasted gram flour (besan) with the rich creaminess of ghee and the subtle warmth of cardamom. Perfectly sweetened with powdered sugar and crowned with crunchy chopped nuts, these homemade delights are not only irresistibly delicious but also easy to prepare in under an hour. Made using simple pantry staples, Besan Ladoo is ideal for festive occasions, celebrations, or as a delightful treat to satisfy your sweet tooth. With its golden hue, aromatic flavor, and soft, crumbly texture, this traditional dessert promises to be a showstopper on your dessert table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups gram flour (besan)
- 0.75 cup ghee
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons cardamom powder
- 0.25 cup chopped nuts (like almonds or cashews)
Instructions
Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium flame. Once the ghee is melted, add the gram flour (besan) to it.
Lower the flame and roast the gram flour in ghee, stirring continuously to avoid burning. Cook until the mixture turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma, which should take about 15-20 minutes.
Remove the pan from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly, just enough to handle but still warm.
Add the powdered sugar and cardamom powder to the roasted gram flour mixture while it is still warm. Mix thoroughly until the sugar is well combined and the mixture is smooth.
Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into round balls between your palms. If the mixture is too dry, add a little more melted ghee to bind.
Garnish each ladoo with a piece of chopped nut by gently pressing it onto the top.
Allow the ladoos to cool completely and set at room temperature. Store them in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2916 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 193.3 g | 248% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.6 g | 553% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 480 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 123 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 235.4 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.1 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 137.2 g | ||
| Protein | 46.4 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 121 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1802 mg | 38% | |
*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.
