Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
250 g

Sesame seeds

Dry Roasted

250 g

Jaggery

Powdered

0.5 cup

Dessicated Coconut

Dry Roasted

0.5 cup

Roasted Peanuts

Crushed

1 tsp

Cardamom Powder

2 tbsp

Ghee

Step 1
~5 min

Heat a flat nonstick Kadai on medium heat.

Step 2
~5 min

Add sesame seeds and dry roast until they change color. Remove and set aside.

Step 3
~5 min

Add peanuts and dry roast until brown. Remove, let cool, and crush coarsely using mortar pestle.

Step 4
~5 min

In the same pan, dry roast desiccated coconut until golden brown. Set aside.

Step 5
~5 min

Mix sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, and roasted coconut with cardamom powder.

Step 6
~5 min

To prepare jaggery syrup, heat the kadai, add powdered jaggery and ½ cup water. Stir until lumps dissolve.

Step 7
~5 min

Continue stirring until the syrup boils and reaches a soft ball stage (when a drop stays in shape on a surface or forms a soft ball in water).

Step 8
~5 min

Switch off the flame, add the dry roasted mixture to the jaggery syrup and mix well carefully.

Step 9
~5 min

Remove the pan from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 10
~5 min

Apply ghee to your palms and start shaping small balls.

Key Technique: Shaping
Step 11
~5 min

Place the laddus on a plate to hold their shape.

Step 12
~5 min

Serve as a Party Dessert for any festival occasion.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roasting the sesame seeds and peanuts properly is key to the flavor.

The jaggery syrup consistency is crucial for the laddus to bind well.

Adding a pinch of salt enhances the sweetness.

Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve at room temperature.

Offer as a festive treat.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Thandai
Masala Chai

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

Associated with Makar Sankranti and winter festivals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Makar Sankranti
Lohri
Diwali

Occasion Tags

Festival
Holiday
Party
Celebration

Popularity Score

70/100

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