Sure! Besan ke laddu, also known as besan laddu or gram flour laddu, are popular Indian sweet treats made from roasted chickpea flour (besan), sugar, and ghee (clarified butter). Here’s a simple recipe to make these delicious laddus at home:
- 1 cup besan (gram flour)
- 1/2 cup ghee (clarified butter)
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 1-2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds, cashews, or pistachios) – optional
Instructions:
- Roast the Besan:
- Heat a heavy-bottomed pan on low to medium heat and add the besan (gram flour) to it.
- Dry roast the besan in the pan, stirring constantly to ensure even roasting and to avoid burning. This process will take about 10-12 minutes, and the besan will turn fragrant and change to a golden brown color. The roasted besan will also release a nutty aroma.
- Add Ghee:
- Once the besan is roasted, reduce the heat to low and add the ghee to the pan.
- Mix the ghee with the roasted besan until it is well combined. The mixture will become crumbly and slightly sticky.
- Add Cardamom and Nuts:
- Stir in the cardamom powder and chopped nuts (if using) into the besan-ghee mixture. This will add flavor and texture to the laddus.
- Let it Cool:
- Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool down slightly so that it becomes easy to handle.
- Shape the Laddus:
- When the mixture is still warm, take a small portion in your hand and shape it into a smooth round ball. Gently press and roll between your palms to form laddus.
- Repeat the process with the rest of the mixture to make more laddus.
- Add Sugar:
- Once the laddus are shaped, let them cool completely.
- After cooling, sprinkle powdered sugar over the laddus and gently roll them in the sugar to coat the surface evenly.
- Store and Serve:
- Place the besan laddus in an airtight container, and they are ready to be served or stored for later.
Enjoy these delicious besan ke laddu as a delightful Indian sweet! They are perfect for festivals, celebrations, or as a treat for yourself and your loved ones.