Besan Ladoo Recipe

A Taste of Indian Tradition : Besan Laddu Recipe

Besan Laddu, also known as Besan Ke Laddu or Gram Flour Laddu, is a popular Indian sweet that originates from North India. It is a traditional sweet treat that has been prepared and enjoyed in Indian households for generations. Besan laddus are particularly popular during festivals like Diwali, Holi, Ganesh Chaturthi and other special occasions, but they are enjoyed year-round as well. The key ingredient, besan (gram flour), is roasted to perfection and combined with ghee, sugar, and aromatic spices to create these delightful and flavorful laddus.

Read in Hindi: बेसन के लड्डू

Here is easy answer of besan ke laddu kaise banate hain. 

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of besan (gram flour)
• 1 cup of powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 cup of ghee (clarified butter)
• 1/4 teaspoon of cardamom powder
• A pinch of saffron strands (optional)
• Chopped and roasted nuts like almonds or cashews for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Roast the Besan: In a heavy-bottomed pan or kadai, heat 1/2 cup of ghee on low-medium heat. Add 2 cups of besan to the melted ghee.
2. Roast Continuously: Keep the heat on low-medium and continuously stir the besan in the ghee. Roast until it turns a deep golden brown color and releases a nutty aroma. This step can take about 15-20 minutes.
3. Add Cardamom and Saffron: Add 1/4 teaspoon of cardamom powder and a pinch of saffron strands (if using) to the roasted besan. Mix well and turn off the heat.
4. Cool Slightly: Allow the roasted besan mixture to cool slightly. It should be warm to the touch but not too hot.
5. Add Sugar and Roasted Nuts: Once the mixture is comfortably warm, add 1 cup of powdered sugar and roasted almonds or cashews to it. Adjust the sugar quantity to your taste. Mix well until the sugar is fully incorporated into the besan mixture.
6. Shape into Laddus: Grease your palms with a little ghee to prevent sticking, then take small portions of the mixture and shape them into round laddus. You can make them as big or small as you prefer.
7. Garnish: If desired, press a chopped almond or cashew into the top of each laddu while shaping them.
8. Cool Completely: Allow the Besan Laddus to cool completely. They will firm up as they cool.
9. Store: Once completely cooled, store the Besan Laddus in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. 

Enjoy your homemade Besan Laddus, a traditional Indian dish that's wonderful for special occasions or just as a tasty treat.

Here are some additional tips for making Besan Laddu:

• Use good quality Besan (gram flour) for the best flavor and texture.
• Roast the Besan on low heat until it is light brown and fragrant. This will help to develop the flavor of the ladoos.
• If the Besan mixture is dry, add a little more ghee.