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September 16, 2025
Besan Laddu Recipe
Besan laddu recipe creates beloved Indian sweets using roasted chickpea flour that's traditionally prepared for Diwali celebrations and gifted to family and friends during festival seasons. This time-honored confection combines besan with ghee, sugar, and aromatic spices to produce golden, crumbly spheres that melt beautifully in your mouth. The recipe's authenticity comes from careful roasting techniques that develop besan's nutty flavor while preventing any raw taste. Perfect for festival preparations, religious ceremonies, or sharing with neighbors during celebrations, these ladoos embody the spirit of Indian hospitality and tradition. The rich, satisfying texture and complex flavors make them irresistible treats that store well for extended periods. Whether following family traditions or discovering Indian sweets for the first time, this recipe connects you with centuries of festival celebrations and community sharing.
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.
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
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
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.
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 |
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| 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.
