How to Make Super-Easy Indian Coconut Ladoo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Indian cuisine is known for its rich and diverse flavors, and one of the most beloved desserts in Indian culture is the Coconut Ladoo. These sweet, bite-sized treats are a popular choice for weddings, festivals, and other celebrations, and are a delicious way to end any meal. While traditional recipes for Coconut Ladoo can be quite involved and time-consuming, we've come up with a super-easy version that can be whipped up in a matter of minutes.

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Ingredients

  • 10 ounces unsweetened flaked coconut
  • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 3 drops orange food coloring (Optional)
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon rose water (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 26
  • Yield: 26 ladoos

  • Combine coconut and cardamom in a pan over medium heat. Mix well and heat for 1 minute, but do not let coconut brown. Add food coloring. Add condensed milk. Cook and stir until coconut begins to stick together, 5 to 8 minutes. Add rose water; cook and stir until flavors blend, 8 to 10 minutes more.
  • Let mixture cool until safe to handle, but still warm. Roll mixture into balls; place ladoos in cupcake liners or on a baking sheet. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to a week.
  • Nutrition

    121 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 23mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 46mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 116mg