My Addictive Besan Gram Flour Ladoo Will Leave U Licking Ur Fingers Clean
Indulge in the melt-in-your-mouth magic of these *Addictive Besan Gram Flour Ladoos*, a traditional Indian sweet that will have you licking your fingers clean! Crafted with roasted besan (gram flour) blended with velvety ghee, powdered sugar, and a hint of aromatic green cardamom, these ladoos boast a nutty aroma and irresistibly soft texture. Optional chopped almonds add a crunchy surprise, while a garnish of vibrant pistachios elevates their visual and flavor appeal. Perfect for festive occasions or dessert cravings, this quick and easy recipe—ready in just 35 minutes—produces 12 perfectly round ladoos that can be stored for weeks (if they last that long!). Whether you’re preparing this for Diwali, gifting a homemade treat, or indulging your own sweet tooth, these Indian ladoos are pure bliss in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Besan (gram flour)
- 1 cup Ghee (clarified butter)
- 1.25 cups Powdered sugar
- 6 pods Green cardamom pods (crushed or powdered)
- 3 tablespoons Chopped or slivered almonds (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a heavy-bottomed pan or kadhai on medium-low heat. Add the ghee and let it melt completely.
Once the ghee is melted, add the besan (gram flour) to the pan. Stir continuously with a spatula or wooden spoon to prevent lumps.
Keep roasting the besan in ghee for about 15-20 minutes, stirring constantly, until it turns golden brown and gives off a nutty aroma. Be patient—this step is crucial for developing the ladoos' characteristic flavor.
Remove the pan from heat and allow the mixture to cool for about 5-7 minutes. It should still be warm but not scorching hot.
Add the powdered sugar to the roasted besan and mix well until fully combined. The mixture will start to come together and form a dough-like consistency.
Add the crushed cardamom and chopped almonds (if using) to the mixture and mix thoroughly.
Once the mixture is cool enough to handle but still slightly warm, take small portions (about 1-2 tablespoons) and roll them into round, smooth balls using your palms. Repeat until all the mixture is used up.
Garnish the ladoos with chopped pistachios by gently pressing them onto the surface of each ball.
Let the ladoos set at room temperature for 30 minutes. Store them in an airtight container—they can last up to 2-3 weeks, though they'll likely disappear much sooner!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3807 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 264.0 g | 338% | |
| Saturated Fat | 149.2 g | 746% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 606 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 164 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 302.8 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.8 g | 106% | |
| Total Sugars | 174.6 g | ||
| Protein | 60.7 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 2290 mg | 49% | |
*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.
