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microwave Besan Ladoo | no-cook besan ladoo | microwave festival dessert |
Tarla Dalal
19 July, 2015
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About Besan Laddoo ( Microwave Recipe)
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microwave Besan Ladoo | no-cook besan ladoo | microwave festival dessert |
Microwave Besan Ladoo is a quick, no-cook Indian sweet that brings together tradition and convenience in one delicious bite. These melt-in-the-mouth ladoos are made with just a few simple ingredients — besan (Bengal gram flour), ghee, powdered sugar, and cardamom — and can be prepared effortlessly using a microwave. Perfect for festive occasions like Diwali, Ganesh Chaturthi, or any celebration, this microwave festival dessert saves time without compromising on authentic taste.
The magic begins with roasting besan in ghee, which releases a nutty aroma that fills the kitchen with warmth and nostalgia. In a microwave-safe bowl, the besan and ghee are cooked for about 8 minutes, with stirring every 2 minutes to ensure even roasting. This step is crucial — undercooking can leave a raw taste, while overcooking may burn the flour. Once roasted to perfection, the mixture is set aside to cool completely for about an hour.
When cooled, powdered sugar and cardamom powder are added, and the mixture is rubbed between the palms to achieve a crumbly, soft texture. This unique texture is what makes no-cook besan ladoo so delightful — smooth, aromatic, and lightly grainy. The addition of coarsely powdered almonds gives a pleasant crunch and adds a touch of richness to every bite.
Now comes the fun part — shaping the ladoos! Take a small portion of the mixture and roll it gently between your palms to form smooth, round balls. Repeat the process to make around 16 to 18 ladoos. These golden beauties are then garnished with almond slivers, adding a hint of elegance and a festive touch.
Store these Microwave Besan Ladoos in an air-tight container, and they’ll stay fresh for several days. Their rich aroma and satisfying texture make them a perfect sweet treat for kids and adults alike. They also make wonderful homemade gifts during festivals — easy to prepare, delightful to share, and loved by everyone.
Whether you’re short on time or new to cooking, this Microwave Besan Ladoo recipe is your go-to for a quick, delicious dessert. It proves that making traditional Indian sweets doesn’t have to be complicated — all you need is a microwave and a little love. So this festive season, skip store-bought sweets and celebrate with these homemade, ghee-rich delights that taste just as good as grandma’s! 🎉🍬
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Preparation Time
5 Mins
Cooking Time
8 Mins
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Total Time
13 Mins
Makes
17 laddoos
Ingredients
for microwave Besan Ladoo
2 1/2 cups besan (Bengal gram flour)
1/2 cup ghee
1/4 tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder
1 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup coarsely powdered almonds (badam)
For The Garnish
1 tbsp almond (badam) slivers
Method
for microwave Besan Ladoo
- Combine the besan and ghee in a microwave safe bowl, mix well and microwave on high for 8 minutes, while stirring after every 2 minutes. Keep the mixture aside to cool completely for 1 hour.
- Add the sugar and cardamom powder and mix well, while rubbing the mixture in between your palms till it gets a crumbly texture.
- Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into a round laddoo.
- Repeat step 3 to shape 16 more laddoos.
- Garnish with almond slivers and store in an air-tight container.
Besan Laddoo ( Microwave Recipe) recipe with step by step photos
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To make Besan Laddoo ( Microwave Recipe), add the 2 1/2 cups besan (Bengal gram flour) and 1/2 cup ghee in a microwave safe bowl.
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Mix well and microwave on high for 8 minutes, while stirring after every 2 minutes.
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Transfer the mixture into a plate and keep aside to cool for 1 hour or until mixture cools down completely. Don’t wait for too long to cool down. Otherwise, the sugar won’t mix well.
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Add 1 cup powdered sugar. Do not add sugar into the hot mixture otherwise, sugar will melt and the mixture will turn runny and you will not be able to form a ladoo. Also, increase the quantity of sugar if you like sweeter besan ladoo.
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Add coarsely powdered almonds (badam). You can toss in other dried fruits like pistachios, walnuts, cashew nuts too.
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Add 1/4 tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder to enhance the flavour of besan laddus.
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Mix well to combine everything.
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Mix while rubbing the mixture in between your palms till it gets a crumbly texture.
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Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into a round laddoo. Ensure the besan ladoos have no cracks. Also, grease your palms with ghee while making balls if required.
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Repeat step 9 to shape 16 more laddoos.
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Garnish with almond (badam) slivers.
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Store in an air-tight container and use as required.
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Besan Laddoo Microwave Recipe | besan ke ladoo | besan ladoo.
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Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
| Energy | 173 cal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 23 g |
| Fiber | 3.7 g |
| Fat | 6.8 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 17.7 mg |
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Gauri
June 15, 2021, 7:49 p.m.
AMAZING laddus! Loved that it was so quick and took just minutes.
Tarla Dalal
June 15, 2021, 7:49 p.m.
Gauri, Thanks for the feedback. Please keep reviewing recipes and providing your valuable feedback.
kumarmohana
March 22, 2021, 5:29 p.m.
i cannot review this since i do not have microwave, thanks
Archana M
July 24, 2020, 5:08 a.m.
so quick and easy to make besan laadoo.. i tried to make this several times.. but never turned out so perfect.. as this recipe.. do try the recipe exactly.. and you will get the best results..
Eat to live
May 30, 2020, 3:57 p.m.
Excellent recipe. I used both coarse and fine besan and the consistency was perfect for magas. It saves cooking time. Thanks.
Mruga D
Oct. 11, 2019, 10:28 a.m.
This recipe is very easy and tasty...but make sure you follow the exact proportions and time and degree mentioned by Tarla aunty!!
MaryZareah
Oct. 6, 2019, 10:23 a.m.
Delicious one
Foodie #593809
Feb. 22, 2019, 10:29 a.m.
Farida
March 26, 2018, 10:05 a.m.
I made this recipe in jaggery instead of sugar to make it more healthy.
Tarla Dalal
March 26, 2018, 10:05 a.m.
Farida, well done and good to see you innovate.
Sunaina
March 16, 2018, 6:02 p.m.
Great of course. If raisins, cashews and pecans/walnuts are coarsely cut or crumbled the laddos become even more festive!
Tarla Dalal
March 16, 2018, 6:02 p.m.
Sunaina, thanks for the feedback and suggestions. Happy cooking.
Kavi
June 15, 2015, 3:10 p.m.
taste made simple
Tarla Dalal
June 15, 2015, 3:10 p.m.
Hi Kavi , we are delighted you loved the Besan Ladoo recipe. Please keep posting your thoughts and feedback and review recipes you have loved. Happy Cooking.
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