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Besan Ladoo Recipe (Besan Ke Laddu)

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Besan Ladoo is a classic Indian sweet made with roasted gram flour, ghee, sugar, and cardamom. These rich, melt-in-the-mouth ladoos are perfect for festivals and special occasions.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (220 grams) besan (gram flour)
  • 1/2 cup (100 grams) ghee (clarified butter)
  • 1 cup (200 grams) sugar (or boora shakkar or powdered jaggery)
  • 2/3 teaspoon green cardamom powder
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons cashews, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Add sugar and cardamom powder to a grinder jar and grind into a very fine powder. Keep aside.
  2. Heat a pan with 1 1/2 tablespoons ghee and fry the cashews until lightly golden. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add besan to the same pan and roast on medium heat for 5 to 6 minutes until slightly aromatic and lightly changed in color.
  4. Reduce heat to low and add the remaining ghee. Mix well and continue roasting while stirring continuously to prevent burning.
  5. Keep roasting until the besan turns deep golden, aromatic, airy, and fluffy. This may take about 25 minutes depending on the pan and heat intensity.
  6. Turn off the stove and continue stirring for 2 to 3 minutes to cool slightly. Taste a little to ensure there is no raw flavor.
  7. Cool the besan mixture completely, then mix in the powdered sugar until well combined.
  8. Stir in the fried cashews and mix evenly.
  9. Take small portions in your palm and shape into round balls by pressing gently.
  10. Store in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate for longer storage.

Notes

  • You can use powdered jaggery instead of sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • Roasting the besan properly is key to achieving the rich nutty aroma.
  • If the mixture feels dry while shaping, add 1 to 2 teaspoons warm ghee.
  • Store at room temperature for up to 3 weeks or refrigerate for 2 to 3 months.
  • Warm refrigerated ladoos slightly before serving for best texture.

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