Dairy-Free Traditional Besan Laddoo
Delightfully rich and aromatic, these Dairy-Free Traditional Besan Laddoos are a healthy spin on the beloved Indian sweet. Made with roasted chickpea flour (besan), creamy coconut oil, and natural jaggery, these laddoos are completely free of dairy without compromising on their melt-in-your-mouth texture. Infused with the warm, earthy notes of cardamom and optionally studded with crunchy nuts, each bite is a fragrant celebration of traditional flavors. Perfect for festive occasions or as a guilt-free treat, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, offering a nutritious, vegan-friendly option that stays fresh for up to two weeks. Try these wholesome delights for an authentic taste of India!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Chickpea flour (besan)
- 0.5 cup Coconut oil
- 0.75 cup Jaggery (powdered or grated)
- 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 2 tablespoons Chopped nuts (almonds, cashews, or pistachios; optional)
Instructions
Place a heavy-bottomed pan on low heat. Add the coconut oil and allow it to melt completely.
Once the coconut oil is melted, add the chickpea flour (besan) to the pan. Stir continuously to ensure the flour mixes evenly with the oil and doesn’t clump.
Roast the chickpea flour on low heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring frequently until it turns golden brown and gives off a nutty aroma. Be careful not to let it burn.
Once the chickpea flour is well-roasted, remove the pan from heat and let it cool slightly for about 5 minutes. This prevents the jaggery from melting too quickly and creating a sticky texture.
After the mixture has cooled slightly, add the grated or powdered jaggery and the cardamom powder. Mix thoroughly to ensure the jaggery combines evenly with the roasted flour.
If using nuts, stir in the chopped nuts at this stage for added flavor and texture.
Take a small handful of the mixture and press it between your palms to shape it into a round ball (laddu). Repeat with the remaining mixture until all the laddoos are formed.
Allow the laddoos to set for 15–20 minutes at room temperature, then store them in an airtight container. They can last for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2772 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.0 g | 173% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.9 g | 474% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 217 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 335.8 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.9 g | 103% | |
| Total Sugars | 209.4 g | ||
| Protein | 59.4 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 284 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 23.1 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 2491 mg | 53% | |
*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.
