Make soft, rich and delicious Besan Ladoo at home with roasted gram flour, ghee, powdered sugar, cardamom and nuts. Perfect for Diwali and festivals.
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Make soft, rich and delicious Besan Ladoo at home with simple ingredients. These traditional Indian sweets are made with roasted gram flour, ghee, powdered sugar, cardamom and nuts.
The secret to perfect Besan Ladoo is roasting the besan slowly on low heat until the raw aroma disappears and a rich, nutty fragrance develops. The roasted besan is then mixed with ghee, powdered sugar, cardamom and chopped nuts before being shaped into delicious round ladoos.
Besan Ke Laddu are perfect for Diwali, festivals, special occasions, family celebrations or as a homemade Indian sweet.
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Instructions
Follow along step-by-step.
Step 1: Roast the Besan Heat a heavy-bottomed pan on low heat. Add the besan and start roasting it. Keep stirring continuously so the flour cooks evenly and does not burn. Roast for about 8–10 minutes. The besan will slowly change color and start giving a pleasant roasted aroma.
Step 2: Add Ghee Add the ghee to the roasted besan. Mix well and continue cooking on low heat. Keep stirring for another 10–15 minutes. The mixture will become smooth and slightly glossy. The besan should smell nutty and should not have a raw flour smell.
Step 3: Add Sugar Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Add powdered sugar and mix very well until the sugar is evenly combined. Do not add the sugar while the mixture is extremely hot.
Step 4: Add Cardamom and Nuts Add cardamom powder, chopped cashews, almonds and raisins. Mix everything well. Let the mixture cool until it is warm enough to handle.
Step 5: Shape the Ladoos Take a small portion of the mixture in your hand. Press it gently and roll it between your palms to make a round ladoo. Repeat with the remaining mixture. You can press a small piece of chopped almond or cashew on top of each ladoo for decoration.
Step 6: Let Them Set Place the prepared besan ladoos on a plate. Let them cool completely before storing them. Store in an airtight container.
Serving Suggestions Besan ladoo can be enjoyed as: Diwali sweet Festival dessert Prasad Evening sweet snack Homemade Indian mithai Sweet for family celebrations
Easy Tips for Perfect Besan Ladoo Roast the besan slowly on low heat. Keep stirring to prevent the besan from burning. Make sure the raw smell of besan is completely gone before adding sugar. Do not rush the roasting process. It is the most important step. Add sugar only after the roasted besan has cooled slightly. If the mixture feels too dry while making ladoos, add a little warm melted ghee. If the mixture is too soft, let it cool for a little longer before shaping. Use fresh besan and good-quality ghee for better flavor.
Notes & Tips
Roast the besan slowly on low heat.
Keep stirring continuously to prevent the besan from burning.
Do not rush the roasting process because properly roasted besan gives the ladoos their best flavor.
Make sure the raw smell of besan has completely disappeared before adding the sugar.
Add powdered sugar only after the roasted besan has cooled slightly.
If the mixture feels too dry while shaping the ladoos, add a small amount of warm melted ghee.
If the mixture is too soft, allow it to cool for a little longer before shaping.
Use fresh besan and good-quality ghee for the best flavor.
Allow the Besan Ladoos to cool completely before storing.
Store them in a clean airtight container.
Keep them in a cool and dry place.
They can usually be stored at room temperature for several days.
For longer storage, refrigerate them in an airtight container.
Allow refrigerated ladoos to come closer to room temperature before serving.
Serve as a Diwali sweet.
Serve during festivals and family celebrations.
Offer as prasad.
Enjoy as an evening sweet snack.
Serve as homemade Indian mithai.
Add to a festive dessert platter.
Besan Ladoo is a traditional Indian sweet made mainly with gram flour, ghee and sugar.
The roasting process is the most important part of the recipe.
Properly roasted besan should have a rich, nutty aroma.
You can use almonds, pistachios, cashews or other nuts according to your preference.
Adjust the size of the ladoos according to your preferred serving size.
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Questions about this recipe
What is Besan Ladoo made of?
Besan Ladoo is mainly made with besan or gram flour, ghee, powdered sugar and cardamom. Chopped nuts and raisins can also be added.
How do I make soft Besan Ladoo?
Roast the besan properly on low heat and use enough ghee to create a smooth mixture. Allow the mixture to cool slightly before shaping the ladoos.
Why does my Besan Ladoo taste raw?
This usually happens when the besan has not been roasted enough. Roast it slowly until the raw smell disappears and a pleasant nutty aroma develops.
Why are my Besan Ladoos not holding their shape?
The mixture may be too warm or contain too much ghee. Allow it to cool for a while before shaping the ladoos.
Can I add different nuts to Besan Ladoo?
Yes. You can add almonds, pistachios, cashews, walnuts or other nuts according to your preference.
How should I store Besan Ladoo?
Store the ladoos in a clean airtight container in a cool and dry place. Refrigerate for longer storage if needed.
Can I make Besan Ladoo without raisins?
Yes. Raisins are optional and can be omitted or replaced with other chopped nuts.