Nut-Free Traditional Besan Laddu
Delight in the traditional flavors of Indian sweets with this Nut-Free Traditional Besan Laddu recipe, a perfect treat for anyone with nut allergies. Made with just five simple ingredients—chickpea flour (besan), ghee, powdered sugar, aromatic cardamom, and optional raisins for garnish—these melt-in-your-mouth laddus are a delectable combination of earthy, sweet, and floral flavors. The key to their signature taste and texture lies in the slow-roasting of besan to perfection, imbuing it with a golden hue and a rich, nutty aroma, all without any actual nuts! These bite-sized delicacies are easy to prepare in just 35 minutes and are perfect for festive celebrations or as a make-ahead treat for everyday indulgence. Store them in an airtight container for up to two weeks and savor their crumbly goodness whenever a sweet craving strikes. Perfect for special dietary needs, this wholesome recipe retains the authentic charm of traditional besan laddus while being completely nut-free.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Chickpea flour (besan)
- 0.75 cups Ghee (clarified butter)
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 4 pods Green cardamom pods (ground to a fine powder)
- 10 pieces Raisins (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Place a heavy-bottomed pan on low heat and add ghee to it.
Once the ghee melts, add the chickpea flour (besan) and stir using a spatula or wooden spoon to combine well.
Continue roasting the besan on low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning. The mixture should turn golden brown and develop a nutty aroma (even without the use of nuts).
Once roasted to perfection, turn off the heat and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature. This step is important to ensure the powdered sugar doesn’t melt when added.
When the mixture is cool, sift the powdered sugar into it to remove any lumps. Mix thoroughly to combine.
Add the ground cardamom powder and mix again to evenly distribute the flavor.
Take a small portion of the mixture in your hands and roll it into a smooth ball or laddu. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
If desired, press one raisin onto the top of each laddu as a garnish.
Store the laddus in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3163 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 194.5 g | 249% | |
| Saturated Fat | 111.9 g | 560% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 454 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 174 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 301.6 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.8 g | 103% | |
| Total Sugars | 173.4 g | ||
| Protein | 57.4 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 2446 mg | 52% | |
*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.
