High Protein Besan Laddoo
Elevate your traditional Indian sweets with this High Protein Besan Laddoo recipe—perfect for health enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike. Featuring the nutty richness of roasted gram flour (besan) and creamy ghee, these laddoos receive a protein-packed upgrade with the addition of whey protein powder. Sweetened naturally with jaggery and flavored with warm cardamom, each bite is bursting with flavor and nutrition. Crunchy almonds, cashews, and juicy raisins add delightful texture, making these laddoos an irresistible treat. Ready in just 40 minutes, they’re ideal as a post-workout snack, festive dessert, or wholesome midday bite. Enjoy the benefits of a high-protein yet indulgent sweet treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups gram flour (besan)
- 0.5 cups ghee (clarified butter)
- 0.5 cups whey protein powder (unflavored or vanilla)
- 1 cup powdered jaggery
- 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 0.25 cup chopped almonds
- 0.25 cup chopped cashews
- 0.25 cup raisins
Instructions
Heat a heavy-bottomed pan on low to medium heat and add the ghee.
Once the ghee melts, add the gram flour (besan) and stir continuously to roast evenly.
Keep stirring until the besan turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma, about 15-20 minutes. Be cautious not to burn it.
Add the chopped almonds, chopped cashews, and raisins to the mixture, and roast for another 2-3 minutes until the nuts are slightly toasted.
Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool slightly, not entirely.
Add the whey protein powder to the warm besan mixture and mix thoroughly to ensure there are no lumps.
Add the powdered jaggery and cardamom powder. Mix well until all ingredients are combined and the mixture is smooth.
While the mixture is still warm and pliable, take small portions and shape them into round balls or laddoos. If the mixture becomes too dry, you can add a little more melted ghee or warm it slightly to make it easier to shape.
Let the laddoos cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
Enjoy your high protein besan laddoos as a nutritious snack or dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4126 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 181.8 g | 233% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.6 g | 408% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 343 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 451 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 455.5 g | 166% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.9 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 302.4 g | ||
| Protein | 172.2 g | 344% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 881 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 46.5 mg | 258% | |
| Potassium | 4059 mg | 86% | |
*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.
