Besan Laddu

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A delicious Indian sweet, commonly gifted during celebrations like Diwali. I got this recipe from my neighbor when I lived in India. She always brought me sweets that she made herself.

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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
24
Yield:
2 dozen
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 24 servings

  • 2 cups chickpea flour (besan)

  • 1 cup clarified butter (ghee)

  • 1 cup white sugar, or to taste

  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped pistachio nuts

  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped cashews

Directions

  1. Stir the chickpea flour and clarified butter together in a saucepan over medium-low heat until the mixture smells toasty, about 10 minutes. Set aside until cool enough to handle.

  2. Stir in the sugar, pistachios, and cashews until evenly mixed. Form the mixture into small balls the size of large cherries. Use some pressure when forming the balls so they don't come apart.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

138 Calories
9g Fat
13g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 24
Calories 138
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 5g 27%
Cholesterol 22mg 7%
Sodium 7mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 2g 4%
Calcium 4mg 0%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 69mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.