Traditional Besan Laddu
Indulge in the timeless sweetness of *Traditional Besan Laddu*, a beloved Indian sweet that's perfect for festivals or satisfying your dessert cravings. Made with roasted gram flour (besan) cooked to perfection in aromatic ghee, this recipe delivers rich, nutty flavors and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. A hint of green cardamom, crunchy cashews, and chewy raisins elevate these laddus with layers of complexity, while powdered sugar balances everything with just the right touch of sweetness. Garnished with pistachios for a touch of elegance, these golden delights are easy to shape and store, lasting up to two weeks. Perfectly roasted for a signature nutty aroma, these laddus are a festive favorite and an undeniable treat for traditional sweet lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Gram flour (besan)
- 1 cup Ghee (clarified butter)
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 5 Green cardamom pods
- 2 tablespoons Cashew nuts
- 2 tablespoons Raisins
- 2 tablespoons Pistachios (optional, for garnish)
- 1 Pinch of salt
Instructions
Begin by finely chopping the cashew nuts and removing the seeds from the cardamom pods. Crush the cardamom seeds into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle or spice grinder.
In a large heavy-bottomed pan, melt the ghee over a medium-low heat.
Once the ghee is melted completely, add the gram flour (besan) to the pan. Stir continuously using a wooden spatula to prevent any lumps from forming. Ensure the flour is evenly coated with ghee.
Continue roasting the gram flour over a medium-low flame for about 20 to 25 minutes. The flour will gradually change color to a golden brown and emit a nutty aroma. This step is crucial to achieving the authentic flavor of the laddu.
Add a pinch of salt and the chopped cashew nuts to the pan. Roast for an additional 5 minutes until the cashews turn golden brown.
Remove the pan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool down slightly until it is warm but not hot.
Once the mixture is warm, stir in the powdered sugar and crushed cardamom. Mix well until the sugar is thoroughly incorporated.
Add raisins and mix again.
Grease your palms with a little ghee, and take a small portion of the mixture (approximately 2 tablespoons) into your palm. Gently press and shape it into a round ball. Repeat this process with the remaining mixture.
Garnish each laddu with a small piece of pistachio if desired.
Let the laddus cool completely and store them in an airtight container. They can last up to two weeks at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
201 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.5 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 28 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 141 mg | 3% | |
*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.
