Ladoo

Indulge in the sweet, nutty goodness of ladoo, a traditional Indian treat made from gram flour, ghee, and aromatic cardamom. Perfect for festive celebrations or a cozy afternoon snack with tea.

• 2 cups gram flour (besan)
• 1 cup ghee
• 1.5 cups sugar
• 0.5 cup water
• 0.5 teaspoon cardamom powder
• 0.5 cup chopped nuts
• 1 tablespoon golden raisins

Method

1. 1

   Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan on low heat.

2. 2

   Add gram flour (besan) to the ghee and roast it for about 10-15 minutes, stirring continuously until it turns golden brown.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, mix the powdered sugar and cardamom powder together.

4. 4

   Once the gram flour is roasted, gradually add the sugar mixture and stir well to combine.

5. 5

   Add water slowly to the mixture and continue stirring until it forms a dough-like consistency.

6. 6

   Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Then, shape it into small round balls (ladoos) using your hands.

7. 7

   If desired, roll the ladoos in chopped nuts or garnish with golden raisins on top.

8. 8

   Allow the ladoos to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.