Name: Nutritious & Delicious Gond Ladoo (Edible Gum Ladoo)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 100 gm Edible Gum (gond); 100 gm Whole Wheat Flour (whole); 2 cup Sugar (ground); 2 tsp Cardamom (elaichi, ground); 50 gm Coarsely Almonds (ground); 1 1/4 cup Ghee

Nutritious & Delicious Gond Ladoo (Edible Gum Ladoo)

40 minutes

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About Nutritious & Delicious Gond Ladoo (Edible Gum Ladoo)

Craving a warm, nutty treat that melts in your mouth? Look no further than Gond Ladoo, a traditional Indian sweet perfect for cozying up on chilly days.

These energy-boosting delights combine the goodness of edible gum (gond), whole wheat flour, and fragrant spices, roasted to perfection for an irresistible texture.

Follow our easy recipe and savor these ladoos as a delightful dessert or a wholesome breakfast with a cup of warm milk.

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Recipe Time & More

Prep15

Cook25

Total40

Calories1971 kcal

Serves

Served AsDesserts

Recipe TasteCrunchy Sweet

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

▢ 1 1/4 cup Ghee

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Instructions

In a pan or kadhai, heat 2 tablespoons of desi ghee. Add the edible gum (gond) and roast until it puffs up and becomes crispy, about 5 minutes. This blooming process allows the gond to develop its characteristic light and airy texture.
Remove the roasted gond from the heat and set aside to cool slightly. Once cooled, grind the gond into a coarse powder using a mixer.
In the same pan, combine the ground gond, ground sugar, ground cardamom, and coarsely ground almonds. Mix well.
In the same pan, add the whole wheat flour. Roast for a few minutes over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Add another 2 tablespoons of ghee and continue roasting until the flour releases a fragrant aroma, about 5-8 minutes. Roasting the flour enhances its nutty flavor and helps create a smooth texture in the ladoo.
Add the ground gond mixture to the roasted flour and mix thoroughly. Cook for another 5-8 minutes, stirring continuously, until the mixture is well combined.
Gradually add the remaining ghee, 1 tablespoon at a time, while continuing to cook and stir the mixture. Cook until the mixture thickens and reaches a consistency where it can be easily rolled into ladoos. The mixture should be moist enough to hold its shape but not too wet.
Turn off the heat. Grease your palms with a little ghee and begin shaping the warm mixture into ladoos. If the mixture becomes too dry to roll, add a little more ghee as needed.
Store the Gond Ladoos in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain their freshness.

Recipe Notes

Good To Know

To ensure the edible gum (gaund) puffs up light and crunchy, fry it in small batches over medium heat. Overcrowding or high heat can prevent even puffing and lead to burnt pieces.
For an extra layer of flavor and texture, consider adding finely chopped dried dates or figs along with the almonds. They'll add natural sweetness and a pleasant chewiness to the ladoos.
If you prefer a less sweet version, substitute half the sugar with jaggery powder. Melt it in the ghee before mixing with the flour for a deeper, caramel-like taste.

Expert Tips

For a richer flavor, roast the almonds and edible gum separately before grinding. This enhances their individual aromas and adds depth to the final ladoos.
If the ladoo mixture is too dry and crumbly, add a teaspoon or two of warm milk or ghee to bind it together. Be careful not to add too much, as it can make the ladoos greasy.
These ladoos make a wonderful festive treat or a thoughtful homemade gift. Package them in decorative boxes or jars for a special touch.

Storage Instructions

Store the ladoos in an airtight container at room temperature. They stay fresh for up to 2 weeks.
If making in advance for a festival, let them cool completely before storing to prevent moisture buildup.