Till Ka Laddu
Indulge in the nutty, caramelized flavors of *Till Ka Laddu*, a classic Indian sweet that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! Made with golden roasted white sesame seeds, earthy jaggery, and a hint of aromatic cardamom, these bite-sized laddus are packed with energy and wholesome goodness. Prepared with just five simple ingredients and no refined sugar, this gluten-free treat is a staple during festive seasons, especially during Makar Sankranti. The recipe involves the artful combination of perfectly roasted sesame seeds and a bubbling jaggery syrup, which comes together to create the ideal chewy-crunchy texture. Shaped into delightful rounds, these laddus are easy to make, quick to assemble, and stay fresh for up to two weeks—perfect for both quick snacks and sharing during celebrations.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup White sesame seeds
- 3/4 cup Jaggery
- 1 tablespoon Ghee
- 1/2 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Start by dry roasting the sesame seeds in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Stir continuously to ensure even roasting, and roast until the seeds are golden brown and start to pop a little. This should take around 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to burn them. Transfer the roasted sesame seeds to a plate and let them cool completely.
In the same pan, add ghee and jaggery. Turn the heat to low and stir continuously until the jaggery melts completely and begins to bubble. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Add the water while stirring to help prevent the jaggery from burning.
Once the jaggery is melted and bubbling, add the cardamom powder and mix well.
Quickly add the roasted sesame seeds to the melted jaggery mixture. Stir everything together until the sesame seeds are evenly coated with the jaggery syrup. This should be done swiftly as the mixture tends to harden quickly.
Turn off the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly, just until it is warm enough to handle but not completely cooled.
Grease your hands with some ghee and begin shaping the mixture into small balls or laddus. Take a small portion and press firmly between your palms to shape each laddu.
Place the shaped laddu on a plate and let them cool completely at room temperature. They will become firm as they cool.
Once the laddus have cooled down and set, store them in an airtight container. They can be kept fresh for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
157 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.9 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 230 mg | 5% | |
*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.
