10 Ladoo Varieties You Should Try This Festive Season

Zee Media Bureau
Oct 25, 2023

Besan Ladoo

Made from roasted chickpea flour, ghee, and sugar, Besan Ladoo has a rich, nutty flavor and a slightly crumbly texture.

Motichoor Ladoo

These ladoos are made from tiny, deep-fried gram flour droplets, which are then soaked in sugar syrup. They are often garnished with chopped nuts and edible silver foil.

Coconut Ladoo

Made with grated coconut, condensed milk, and flavored with cardamom, Coconut Ladoo is a sweet and creamy delicacy.

Rava Ladoo

Also known as Suji Ladoo, these ladoos are made from roasted semolina (rava), ghee, and sugar, and flavored with cardamom. Rava Ladoo has a unique grainy texture.

Dry Fruit Ladoo

These nutritious ladoos are made by grinding various dry fruits like almonds, cashews, and pistachios along with dates or figs. They are not only delicious but also provide a quick energy boost.

Boondi Ladoo

Similar to Motichoor Ladoo, Boondi Ladoo is made from small, round gram flour droplets that are fried and then mixed with sugar syrup. They are often spiced with cardamom and garnished with nuts.

Til Ladoo

Also known as Sesame Ladoo, these ladoos are made with roasted sesame seeds, jaggery, and ghee. They have a rich, nutty flavor and are often prepared during festivals like Makar Sankranti.

Poha Ladoo

Poha or flattened rice is used to make these ladoos along with jaggery, coconut, and ghee. Poha Ladoo is easy to make and has a delightful crunch.

Aval Ladoo

Made from flattened rice (poha/aval), jaggery, and ghee, Aval Ladoo is a South Indian delicacy. It is often flavored with cardamom and garnished with cashews and raisins.

Maa Ladoo

Also known as Maladu, these ladoos are made from roasted gram dal flour, ghee, and sugar. They have a crumbly texture and are flavored with cardamom.

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