Name: Warm & Nutty Gond Laddus: A Winter Treat
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour (whole); ¾ cup Sugar (powdered); ½ cup Edible Gum (gond); 1 Tbsp Desiccated Or Coconut (powdered); ¼ tsp Cardamom Powder; ½ cup Nuts (almonds, and pistachios, cashews, mixed); 5 Tbsp Ghee

Warm & Nutty Gond Laddus: A Winter Treat

30 minutes

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About Warm & Nutty Gond Laddus: A Winter Treat

Embrace the cozy warmth of winter with the delightful crunch of Gond Laddus, a traditional North Indian and Rajasthani sweet. These nutritious treats offer a unique textural experience, combining the satisfying chewiness of roasted edible gum (gond) with the nutty warmth of whole wheat flour.

Spiced with aromatic flavors and studded with wholesome dry fruits, Gond Laddus offer a rich and indulgent taste. Enjoy them as a comforting breakfast with a glass of warm milk or as a satisfying snack any time of day.

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Recipe Time & More

Prep10

Cook20

Total30

Calories525 kcal

Serves

Served AsSnacks

Recipe TasteCrunchy Sweet

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

▢ 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour whole
▢ ¾ cup Sugar powdered
▢ ½ cup Edible Gum gond
▢ 1 Tbsp Desiccated Or Coconut powdered
▢ ¼ tsp Cardamom Powder

Nuts & Ghee

▢ ½ cup Nuts almonds, and pistachios, cashews, mixed
▢ 5 Tbsp Ghee

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Instructions

Coarsely chop the mixed nuts. Set aside.
In a broad non-stick pan, heat the ghee over medium heat. Add the edible gum and fry until they puff up. This creates a light and airy texture.
Remove the puffed gum onto a plate lined with absorbent paper to drain excess ghee. Let them cool completely, then coarsely crush them by hand or pulse briefly in a mixer.
In the same pan, add the whole wheat flour and roast over low-medium heat for 5-6 minutes, stirring constantly. Roasting the flour enhances its nutty flavor and aroma. The flour should turn lightly golden.
Transfer the roasted flour to a mixing bowl and let it cool slightly.
Once the flour is warm, add the crushed edible gum, desiccated coconut, and cardamom powder. Mix well to combine.
Add the powdered sugar and chopped nuts to the bowl. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Add 1 tablespoon of ghee to the mixture and mix again. This helps bind the laddus and adds richness.
While the mixture is still warm, shape it into small laddus. Working quickly while the mixture is warm prevents it from crumbling.
Store the Gond Laddus in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain their freshness. They can last for several weeks.

Recipe Notes

Good To Know

For a deeper nutty flavor, lightly toast the wheat flour on low heat until it turns golden brown and releases a rich aroma before adding the ghee and gond.
If you prefer a less sweet version or want to avoid refined sugar, substitute powdered sugar with finely grated jaggery; just make sure to sieve it well to prevent lumps.
Add chopped dried figs or dates along with nuts for extra richness and natural sweetness, which also enhances the chewy texture of the laddus.

Expert Tips

Use high-quality ghee for the best flavor and texture. The aroma of the ghee significantly contributes to the overall taste of the laddus.
Ensure the gond is properly puffed and light before adding it to the mixture. This will give the laddus a pleasant crunch.
Don't overcook the flour and ghee mixture, as this can make the laddus dry and hard.

Storage Instructions

Store the cooled laddus in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three weeks. If the weather is particularly warm, consider refrigerating them to maintain their crunch and freshness.