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Besan Ladoo Recipe

Besan Ladoo is a classic Indian sweet made with roasted gram flour (besan), ghee, and sugar. These soft, melt-in-the-mouth ladoos are flavored with cardamom and often garnished with nuts—perfect for festivals or as a homemade treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 Ladoos
Course: Dessert, sweets
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup besan gram flour
  • 1/4 cup ghee clarified butter
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar adjust to taste
  • 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
  • 2 tbsp chopped nuts optional – almonds, cashews, pistachios

Method
 

  1. Heat ghee in a thick-bottomed pan on low heat.
  2. Add besan and roast it slowly, stirring continuously to avoid burning.
  3. Roast for 20–25 minutes until the mixture turns golden brown and gives a nice nutty aroma.
  4. Turn off the heat and let it cool for 10–12 minutes until warm.
  5. Add powdered sugar, cardamom powder, and chopped nuts. Mix everything well.
  6. Take small portions and shape into round ladoos using your palms.
  7. Let them cool completely and store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Roast slowly to avoid raw taste.
  • Use fresh, aromatic ghee for best flavor.
  • If mixture is too soft to form ladoos, let it cool for a few more minutes.
  • Can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.