Besan Ladoo

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Desserts

About Besan Ladoo

Besan Ladoo is an easy and delicious Indian sweet that comes together with just a handful of ingredients. Made with gram flour, desi ghee, powdered sugar, and a hint of cardamom, these melt-in-your-mouth treats are a festive favorite and perfect for any occasion.
Whether you're preparing for a special celebration or simply craving a quick homemade dessert, besan ladoos are the ideal choice. Garnished with slivers of pistachios, they offer an irresistible aroma and rich flavor, making them a timeless delight in every Indian kitchen.
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Recipe Time & More

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Served AsDesserts
Recipe TasteSweet
Calories 672 kcal
Servings 4

Ingredients
 

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Instructions
 

  • Sieve the besan and keep aside.
  • Heat a pan or wok and add ghee into it.
  • Once the ghee melts, add the besan into it and keep on stirring.
  • After 8 to 10 minutes you will start getting nice aroma. At this point switch off the flame and allow to cool.
  • Add cardamom powder into the mixture and mix well.
  • After few minutes of cooling down when the mixture is warm (so that you can handle it) , add sugar powder and mix well.
  • Now grease your palm and divide the mixture in 5 to 6 equal portions and give them a shape of ladoo.
  • Garnish them with chopped pistachios and serve them or store them in air tight container.

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Recipe Notes

Additional Tips

  • For extra depth of flavor, roast the besan (gram flour) on low heat, stirring constantly, until it turns a deep golden color and releases a nutty aroma—this step is crucial for authentic taste and prevents a raw aftertaste.
  • If you prefer a softer, melt-in-the-mouth texture, sift the roasted besan before mixing with ghee and sugar to break up any lumps and ensure a smooth consistency.
  • For a flavor variation, add a tablespoon of finely grated dried coconut or a teaspoon of saffron strands soaked in warm milk to the besan mixture before shaping the ladoos.
  • Store ladoos in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 10 days; if making in advance for festivals, refrigerate them for longer shelf life and bring to room temperature before serving for best texture.
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Recipe Nutrition

Calories: 672kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 49g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14.7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 29.4g | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 32g

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Amrita Roy
Amrita Roy

I am Amrita, a medical writer by profession and love to experiment with food. My passion of writing and cooking has motivated me to create an accessible diary (Blog: Motions and Emotions) where I share my thoughts and culinary skills. Generally I share easy and tasty recipes which can be tried by any one starting from novice to experienced, bachelor to married persons.

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