Motichoor Ladoo

Indulge in the festive charm of **Motichoor Ladoo**, a quintessential Indian dessert made with delicate, melt-in-your-mouth gram flour pearls soaked in fragrant sugar syrup. Crafted with a hint of cardamom, a splash of rose water, and enriched with the crunch of almonds and pistachios, these sweet spheres are as aromatic as they are flavorful. The secret to their irresistible texture lies in the perfectly fried boondi, which is lightly golden and drenched in a syrup of one-string consistency to maintain just the right sweetness. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these ghee-infused treats are a true labor of love, combining traditional techniques and a medley of vibrant flavors. Easy to store and perfect for gifting, Motichoor Ladoo is a timeless dessert that’s sure to bring joy with every bite. **Homemade Motichoor Ladoo recipe, authentic Indian sweets, festive dessert, traditional ladoo preparation, rose-cardamom ladoo.**

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Gram flour (besan)
• 2 tablespoons Semolina (sooji/rava)
• 1 pinch Orange food color
• 1 cup Water
• 1.25 cups Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Cardamom powder
• 1 teaspoons Rose water
• 2 tablespoons Ghee (clarified butter)
• 2 tablespoons Almonds (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Pistachios (chopped)
• 0 as needed Oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, semolina, and a pinch of orange food color. Slowly add water while whisking to make a smooth, lump-free batter. The consistency should be similar to pancake batter—not too thick or too thin.

Step 2

To make boondi, heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Place a perforated ladle over the hot oil and pour a scoop of batter over it. Allow the batter to drop through the holes into the oil, forming tiny round droplets. Fry until lightly golden, then remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat until all the batter is used.

Step 3

To prepare the sugar syrup, add sugar and 3/4 cup of water to a saucepan. Boil the mixture over medium heat until it reaches a one-string consistency (when a drop of syrup stretched between your thumb and forefinger forms a thin, unbroken thread). Add cardamom powder and rose water, then mix well.

Step 4

Transfer the fried boondi into the warm sugar syrup and stir until evenly coated. Let the mixture sit for 5-7 minutes to allow the syrup to soak into the boondi.

Step 5

Add ghee, chopped almonds, and pistachios to the boondi mixture. Mix well, ensuring the nuts are evenly distributed.

Step 6

While the mixture is still warm, take a small portion in your hands and press it firmly to form a round ladoo. Repeat with the remaining mixture.

Step 7

Allow the ladoos to cool completely. Store in an airtight container and enjoy this delightful sweet treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	776.9 grams (776.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2362

Total Fat 70.30g	90%
Saturated Fat 22.20g	111%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 73mg	24%
Sodium 131mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate 379.90g	138%
Dietary Fiber 23.60g	84%
Total Sugars 270.20g
Protein 50.50g	101%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 167mg	13%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 1932mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.9%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 64.5%