Vegan Besan Laddoo
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Vegan Besan Laddoo, a plant-based twist on the traditional Indian sweet. Made with roasted chickpea flour (besan) for a nutty, aromatic base and sweetened naturally with jaggery, these laddoos are further enriched with the heavenly flavors of cardamom, toasted nuts, and raisins. Coconut oil replaces ghee, making this recipe dairy-free, while almond milk adds a touch of creaminess. Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, these laddoos are packed with wholesome ingredients, perfect for festivals or an anytime treat. Enjoy these melt-in-your-mouth sweets as a guilt-free indulgence or as an irresistible addition to your vegan dessert repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Besan (chickpea flour)
- 120 milliliters Coconut oil
- 150 grams Jaggery
- 3 tablespoons Almond milk
- 1 teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 50 grams Chopped nuts (almonds and cashews)
- 30 grams Raisins
Instructions
Heat the coconut oil in a large, non-stick pan over medium heat. Once melted, add the besan (chickpea flour) gradually, stirring continuously to ensure it doesn't form lumps.
Roast the besan in the coconut oil, stirring constantly. Cook for about 20 to 25 minutes until the besan turns golden brown and emits a nutty aroma. Make sure to stir continuously to avoid burning.
Lower the heat and add the cardamom powder, chopped nuts, and raisins to the roasted besan. Stir for about 2 minutes, allowing the nuts and raisins to toast slightly in the oil.
Meanwhile, in a separate small pot, heat the almond milk and jaggery together on low heat until the jaggery is fully dissolved. Do not let it boil.
Gradually add the jaggery-almond milk mixture to the roasted besan, stirring rapidly to combine everything evenly. Continue cooking for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture thickens.
Remove the pan from heat and let the mixture cool slightly. When it's warm enough to handle, take small portions of the mixture and roll them between your palms to form round laddoos.
Place the laddoos on a plate lined with parchment paper and let them cool completely. They will firm up as they cool.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2964 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.3 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.8 g | 499% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 270 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 335.6 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.5 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 199.7 g | ||
| Protein | 65.4 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 570 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 24.1 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 3490 mg | 74% | |
*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.
