Makhana Ladoo

Makhana Ladoo is a traditional bite-size Indian sweet with a pleasant ghee and cardamom aroma. This homemade version is prepared for four servings and uses familiar Indian ingredients. The method is simple. Cook patiently and watch the colour, aroma, and texture as the dish comes together. Ghee gives the recipe a warm aroma and a rich homemade taste wherever it suits the dish. Serve three small ladoos per person. Making this recipe at home is a pleasant experience, especially when the fresh aroma fills the kitchen. Please do try this recipe and share your feedback using the comment box below.

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Makhana Ladoo

Author: Ambarish Joglekar Cooking Method: Roasting, Shaping Cuisine: Indian Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: F Four servings I Indian recipe M Makhana Ladoo

Difficulty: Beginner Total Time 50 mins

Calories: 205

Description

A traditional bite-size Indian sweet with a pleasant ghee and cardamom aroma.

Ingredients:

Servings

• 5 cups makhana roasted and ground
• ¹⁄₂ cup ghee
• ³⁄₄ cup powdered jaggery
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon cardamom powder
• ¹⁄₃ cup chopped almonds and cashews
• ¹⁄₄ cup warm milk only if needed

Instructions

1. Prepare 5 cups makhana, roasted and ground and keep all ingredients measured.
2. Heat the ghee in a heavy pan. Add ground makhana and roast on low heat.
3. Roast until the makhana powder smells nutty and looks slightly golden.
4. Add the nuts and cook for 1 minute, then switch off the heat.
5. Cool until warm. Add the sweetener and cardamom and mix thoroughly.
6. Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions and press each portion into a smooth ladoo.
7. Cool completely before storing or serving..

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 205kcal

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