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Besan Ladoo

Cultural Context

Originating in India, Besan Ladoo is a traditional sweet made from roasted gram flour and ghee, often prepared during festivals like Diwali. It symbolizes prosperity and is a favorite offering during celebrations. Today, variations exist with different nuts and sweeteners, making it a beloved treat across the globe.

IndianINdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
2 cups gram flour
1 cup ghee
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cardamom powder
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/4 cup raisins
a pinch saffron strands
2 tablespoons water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while being dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: jaggery

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Jaggery provides a rich flavor and is less processed.

chopped nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: dried fruits

Seeds provide crunch and are often more affordable.

saffron strands

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: food coloring

Turmeric adds color without the cost of saffron.

1

Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat until melted

2

Add gram flour to the pan and roast, stirring continuously, until golden brown and fragrant, about 10-12 minutes

3

Remove from heat and let cool slightly

4

Stir in sugar and cardamom powder until well combined

5

Add chopped nuts, raisins, and saffron strands, mixing thoroughly

6

Allow the mixture to cool until manageable

7

Grease your hands with ghee and take small portions of the mixture

8

Roll into small balls or ladoos

9

Place ladoos on a plate to cool completely

10

Store in an airtight container at room temperature

Cooking Techniques

roastingmixingrolling

Equipment Needed

panspatulaplatemixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-freenut-free

Allergens

nutsdairy

Also Known As

Besan LaddooGram Flour Sweet

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