Motichoor Ladoo
Delicate, melt-in-mouth gram flour spheres bound with ghee and cardamom. These golden Indian sweets require no baking—just mixing, rolling, and refrigerating for a stunning homemade treat.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 12
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Crush cardamom pods lightly to release seeds; discard husks. Grind seeds to powder using a spice grinder or mortar.
Step 2
Heat ghee in a large heavy skillet over medium. Add gram flour and stir constantly until fragrant and light golden, ~8 minutes.
Step 3
Remove from heat. Cool for 5 minutes, then stir in powdered sugar, cardamom powder, cashews, and mawa until well combined.
Step 4
Once cool enough to handle, roll mixture into 1-inch balls. If too soft, refrigerate for 10 minutes and try again.
Step 5
Arrange ladoos on a plate and refrigerate for 15 minutes until firm.
Step 6
Serve at room temperature. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Tools you’ll need
- large heavy skillet (10-12 inch)
- wooden spoon
- spice grinder or mortar and pestle
- measuring cups and spoons
- plate for storage
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