High Protein Traditional Besan Laddoo
Indulge in the timeless delight of **High Protein Traditional Besan Laddoo**, a wholesome twist on the classic Indian sweet. Made with roasted gram flour (besan) and rich, aromatic ghee, this recipe enhances nutritional value with the addition of almonds, cashews, roasted flaxseeds, and sunflower seeds, all finely powdered for a smooth texture. Sweetened with natural powdered jaggery and infused with warm cardamom, each laddoo offers a burst of flavor and a boost of protein, making it a perfect guilt-free treat or energy-packed snack. With just 35 minutes of preparation and cooking time, these laddoos are easy to make, wonderfully fragrant, and stay fresh for up to a week in an airtight container. Savor this velvety, nutty goodness that fits seamlessly into your healthy lifestyle while celebrating the traditional charm of homemade Indian sweets.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Gram flour (besan)
- 1 cup Ghee (clarified butter)
- 1 cup Powdered jaggery
- 1 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 0.5 cup Almonds, finely chopped or powdered
- 0.5 cup Cashews, finely chopped or powdered
- 0.25 cup Roasted flaxseeds, powdered
- 0.25 cup Roasted sunflower seeds, powdered
Instructions
Heat a heavy-bottomed pan over low-medium heat and add the ghee.
Once the ghee melts, add the gram flour (besan) to the pan, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
Roast the gram flour on low heat for about 10-12 minutes, or until the mixture turns golden brown and emits a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn it.
Add the finely chopped or powdered almonds, cashews, powdered flaxseeds, and powdered sunflower seeds. Stir well to combine and toast the mixture for 2-3 more minutes.
Remove the pan from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly for 5 minutes.
Once the mixture is warm, not hot, add the powdered jaggery and cardamom powder. Mix thoroughly until the jaggery combines evenly and holds the mixture together.
Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into round laddoos using your palms.
Place the laddoos on a plate or tray and let them cool completely. This will allow them to firm up.
Store the laddoos in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5240 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 349.2 g | 448% | |
| Saturated Fat | 159.0 g | 795% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 606 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 411 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 447.2 g | 163% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.8 g | 199% | |
| Total Sugars | 275.5 g | ||
| Protein | 98.0 g | 196% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 682 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 51.5 mg | 286% | |
| Potassium | 3954 mg | 84% | |
*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.
