Whole30 Besan Ladoo
Elevate your dessert game with this guilt-free Whole30 Besan Ladoo recipe, a delightful twist on the traditional Indian sweet! Crafted with nutrient-rich chickpea flour, creamy cashew butter, and naturally sweet medjool dates, these ladoos are both wholesome and indulgent. The aromatic touch of cardamom powder and the crunchy addition of chopped almonds make every bite irresistibly flavorful. This refined sugar-free and gluten-free treat is perfect for those following the Whole30 diet or anyone seeking a healthy, satisfying dessert. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an easy, flavorful way to enjoy classic flavors with a modern, health-conscious approach. Ideal for meal prep, these ladoos store beautifully, making them the ultimate snack or dessert option for the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups besan (chickpea flour)
- 0.5 cups coconut oil
- 0.5 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 cups cashew butter
- 1 teaspoons cardamom powder
- 10 pieces medjool dates, pitted
- 2 tablespoons almonds, chopped
Instructions
Start by soaking the pitted medjool dates in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften them.
In a large skillet over medium heat, dry roast the besan (chickpea flour) until it emits a nutty aroma and turns slightly golden, which should take about 10-12 minutes. Be sure to stir continuously to avoid burning.
Add the coconut oil to the roasted besan and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the oil is incorporated and the mixture becomes smooth.
In a food processor, blend the soaked dates until they form a smooth paste.
Reduce the heat on the skillet to low and add the date paste to the besan mixture. Mix thoroughly to combine.
Stir in the shredded coconut, cashew butter, cardamom powder, and chopped almonds. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly, but not completely, to make it easier to form ladoos.
Once the mixture is cool enough to handle, take small portions of the mixture and shape them into round balls (ladoos) with your hands.
Serve the ladoos immediately or store them in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3064 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 223.9 g | 287% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.6 g | 658% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 513 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 219.4 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.9 g | 132% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.6 g | ||
| Protein | 62.0 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 3019 mg | 64% | |
*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.
