How to Make Simple Besan Ladoo - A Step-by-Step Guide

One of the most popular and beloved Indian sweets, Besan Ladoo is a simple and delicious dessert that is easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Made from just a few basic ingredients, this traditional sweet treat is the perfect way to end any meal or to satisfy a sweet tooth craving.

The main ingredient in Besan Ladoo is besan, also known as chickpea flour. This versatile ingredient is commonly used in Indian cuisine and adds a unique nutty flavor to the sweets. Besan is combined with gh...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ pounds ghee (clarified butter)
  • 2 pounds chickpea flour (besan)
  • 6 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cardamom
  • milk, as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 36 servings

  • Heat the ghee in a skillet over medium-low heat. Stir the chickpea flour into the ghee and cook until golden brown and has a nutty smell. You cannot miss the fragrance of roasted besan. It will perfume the entire house. Turn off the heat and let the besan cool till just warm.
  • Stir the confectioners' sugar and cardamom into the flour mixture. Pinch the mixture together with your fingers. It should hold the shape. If not, sprinkle some milk till the mixture is able to bind together. Form the mixture into lime-sized balls and roll between your palms till smooth and even. Serve.
  • Nutrition

    310 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 40mg
    • Sodium: 17mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 20g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 217mg