There’s something magical about the aroma of roasted besan (gram flour) going through the kitchen — it instantly brings back memories of festive mornings and family gatherings. Besan Ke Ladoo is one of those timeless Indian sweets that never go out of style as it has deep roots in Indian culinary traditions and is often associated with celebrations, festivals, and special occasions. Making these ladoos has been passed on through generations and it is a symbol of love and togetherness.
(Post originally published on July 29, 2014. Just republishing with new pictures and updated content)
My daughter first tried these Besan Ke Ladoo when she was just seven years old and instantly fell in love with them — she definitely gets her sweet tooth from her dad! 😄 I think most of us have a soft spot for besan; I, for one, can enjoy just about anything made with it. Not only is it delicious, but it’s also naturally gluten-free and packed with protein — a sweet treat you can actually feel good about!
Why You’ll Love this Recipe
- Rich & Nutty flavor
- Melt in your mouth
- Simple to make
- Can be made ahead
- Versatile
- Balance the sweetness
- Long Shelf Life
Types of Besan
You’ll find two types of besan — a fine variety used daily for dishes like pakoras and kadhi, and a coarse one known as Ladoo Besan in Indian stores. You can use either to make this recipe. The key to perfecting any besan-based dish is to slow roast the flour, which develops its nutty flavor and removes the raw aroma.
Tips for Perfect Besan Ladoo
- Always roast on low flame for even cooking and best flavor.
- Use good quality ghee for authentic taste and aroma. I used homemade ghee.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly before adding sugar — so the sugar doesn’t melt
- Adding a couple of tablespoon of water once roasted gives it a grainy texture (learnt this tip from Cook with Parul)
Besan Ke Ladoo captures the true essence of Indian sweets. Each bite reminds us that the best recipes come from generations of tradition. This festive season, skip the store-bought sweets and bring warmth to your home with freshly made Besan Ke Ladoo!
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Besan Ke Ladoo | Quick and Easy Festive Sweet Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 cups besan
- 3/4-1 cup ghee
- 1.75 cup powdered sugar i did slightly less
- ¾ tsp cardamom powder
- pinch of yellow color optional
- nuts optional
- 3 tbsp water
Instructions
- In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat ghee on low flame. Add the gram flour and start roasting. Keep stirring continuously to ensure it doesn’t burn. This step takes time — around 15 to 20 minutes — but the patience pays off with an irresistible aroma and deep golden color.
- Once the besan is roasted and releases a nutty fragrance, add food color mixed with water and mix. Remove it from heat and let it cool slightly. Then add cardamom powder and mix well.
- When the mixture is warm (not hot), add powdered sugar and mix until well combined. You can also add chopped nuts for extra texture.
- Take small portions of the mixture and roll them into round ladoos. If the mixture feels dry, add a spoon of warm ghee to bring it together.
- Let the ladoos cool completely before storing them in an airtight container. They stay fresh for up to two weeks at room temperature!
I also love these .. usually I don’t like sweets .
Very well made !
Yummy and delicious laddo..
thank you everyone..