Nutritious & Delicious Barley Flour Laddoo: A Healthy Indian Snack
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About Nutritious & Delicious Barley Flour Laddoo: A Healthy Indian Snack
Craving a wholesome treat that's both delicious and nutritious? These easy barley flour laddoos offer a delightful twist on a traditional Indian sweet, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth any time of day.Roasted barley and whole wheat flour blend beautifully with aromatic spices, jaggery, and creamy coconut, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Imagine the warm, nutty aroma and the satisfyingly sweet taste!Packed with fiber and nutrients, these laddoos are a guilt-free indulgence for all ages. Enjoy them as a healthy snack, a lunchbox treat, or a special dessert.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook25 minutes
Total35 minutes
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup Barley Flour
- ½ cup Whole Wheat Flour whole
- ½ cup Fox Nut fox nuts/lotus seeds
- 2 Tbsp Jaggery powdered
- ⅛ tsp Cinnamon ground
Wet Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp Ghee
- 2 Tbsp Coconut Cream
Spices & Seeds
- 4-5 Cardamom Pods
- 2 Tbsp Pumpkin Seeds
Instructions
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, roast the barley flour and whole wheat flour separately until fragrant and lightly golden. This enhances their nutty flavor. Set aside to cool.
- In a mixer grinder, combine the makhana, cardamom pods, and pumpkin seeds. Grind to a coarse powder.
- In a large bowl, combine the roasted barley flour, whole wheat flour, and the ground makhana mixture.
- Add the powdered jaggery, coconut cream, ground cinnamon, and ghee to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until everything is well combined and the mixture resembles a coarse dough.
- Take a small handful of the mixture and shape it into a round ball, pressing gently to compact it. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
- Store the laddoos in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They are a perfect healthy snack or addition to a lunchbox.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips
- For a richer flavor, roast the desiccated coconut lightly before using it in the ladoo mixture.
- If the mixture is too dry, add a tablespoon of warm milk or ghee to bind it together.
- Adjust the sweetness according to your preference by adding more or less powdered sugar.
Storage Instructions
- Store the ladoos in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- For longer storage, refrigerate the ladoos for up to two weeks.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 705kcalCarbohydrates: 109gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 38mgSodium: 15mgPotassium: 391mgFiber: 11gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 5mg
Geeta Biswas
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What a delightful recipe! Thanks for sharing.
What a flavorful dish! Thanks for sharing.
This is so tempting! Thank you.
Great recipe! I’m eager to try it.