Coconut Ladoo
No-cook Indian coconut balls that are sweet, creamy, and perfect for dessert or snacking. Mix, roll, and done—literally five minutes.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 12
- Calories
- 156
- Protein
- 2g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Crush cardamom pods to release seeds, then discard the husks and finely grind the seeds.
Step 2
Mix shredded coconut, condensed coconut milk, crushed cardamom, coconut oil, and sugar in a bowl until evenly combined.
Step 3
Roll tablespoon-sized portions into balls between your palms until firm and tightly packed.
Step 4
Roll each ball in desiccated coconut to coat completely, pressing gently so it sticks.
Step 5
Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- spoon
- mortar and pestle (or small food processor)
- shallow dish (for rolling coconut)
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