How many calories does one Dry Fruit Ladoo have?

One Dry Fruit Ladoo (30 grams) gives 167 calories. Out of which carbohydrates comprise 68 calories, proteins account for 12 calories and remaining calories come from fat which is 85 calories.  One Dry Fruit Ladoo provides about 8 percent of the total daily calorie requirement of a standard adult diet of 2,000 calories.

Dry Fruit Ladoo makes 14 ladoos, 30 grams each.

167 calories for 1 ladoo of Dry Fruit Ladoo, Healthy No Sugar Indian Dessert, Cholesterol 0 mg, Carbohydrates 17.8g, Protein 3.1g, Fat 9.5g. Find how much fibre, iron, calcium, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, folic acid is present in Dry Fruit Ladoo, Healthy No Sugar Indian Dessert.

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To make dry fruit ladoo, heat the oil in a non-stick pan, add the coconut and saute on a medium flame for 1 minute. Add the figs, pistachios, almonds, cashewnuts, walnuts, raisins and dates and sauté them on a medium flame for 5 to 6 minutes. Add cardamom powder and mix well. Transfer the mixture into a thali, spread it evenly and allow it to cool for 2 minutes. Grease your hands with little oil. Divide the mixture into 14 equal portions and shape each portion into a round ball. Serve or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It stays fresh for 7 days.

The perfect mix of rich flavours and texture with nutrition is what describes dry fruit healthy balls. This pick me up sweet is a wise pick for all those who are looking for a healthy dessert.

We suggest one no sugar dry fruit and coconut ladoo at snack time to satisfy your hunger pangs and sweet tooth simultaneously. These are filled with necessary protein and good fats by addition of nuts, coconut and coconut oil, which will avoid binge eating and weight gain.

Dates lend fibre, while walnuts and almonds are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids . Fibre is necessary to maintain a healthy digestive system and omega 3 fatty acids work towards a healthy heart. While we would not recommend this dry fruit ladoo to diabetics, heart patients and weight watchers can include in their diet in restricted quantities occasionally.

Tips for dry fruit ladoo. 1. Prefer freshly grated coconut for best flavour and texture. 2. Cool the mixture only for 2 minutes. Don’t let the mixture cool completely as you will find it difficult to roll into balls later. 3. Remember to grease your hands before rolling and shaping ladoos.

Is Dry Fruit Ladoo healthy?

Yes, this is healthy. But restrictions apply to some.

Let's understand the Ingredients of Dry Fruit Ladoo.

What's good in Dry Fruit Ladoo.

Coconut Oil : Use coconut oil instead of processed seed oils like soyabean oil, canola, sunflower oil, corn oil and other omega-6 rich oils should be used in very low amounts.  Coconut oil is a medium chain triglycerides (MCT’s).  Unlike other fats, they go directly from the gut to the liver. From here, they are then used as a source of energy. As the calories in MCT’s are used straight away, they are less likely to be stored as fats in the body. MCT's have shown to improve your brain and memory function, they also give a boost to your energy levels and improve your endurance.  The MCT in Coconut oil reduces the LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) while increasing the count of HDL cholesterol, maintaining normal blood pressure and good for diabetics. See detailed benefits of coconut oil. 

Coconut : The fresh coconut has saturated fats but most of it is MCT (Medium Chain Triglycerides) which promote weight loss. The high fibre content 13.6 gm (45.3% of RDA) along with high lauric acid content of coconut improves cholesterol levels in the body. Improving the action of insulin secretion and lowering the raised blood sugar levels is yet another benefit of coconut for Diabetics. See here for 10 amazing benefits of coconut.  

Almonds (badam) : Almonds are rich in B complex vitamins such as Vitamin B1, Thiamine, Vitamin B3, Niacin and Folate which plays an important role in the brain development. Almonds balances your cholesterol levels. almonds have a very low glycemic index and good for diabetics. See all 13 super health benefits of almonds. 

Cashew Nuts (kaju) : In general, walnuts, cashew nuts, peanuts, almonds, pistachios and pinenuts are a healthy snack to carry keep with you as they are rich in monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats and good for heart. They are a healthy snack for Diabetics. Dietary intakes of cashew and other foods rich in magnesium helps to regulate blood pressure. See 9 amazing benefits of cashew nuts for complete details. 

Walnuts (Akhrot) : Eating a handful of Walnuts a day is said to increase the good cholesterol (HDL). Walnuts are rich in Omega 3 Fatty Acids which contain high amounts of DHA which improve thinking power in adults and excellent for brain health for kids. Being a good source of Folate, Vitamin B9, it’s good for pregnant women to top up their folic acid with eating a bit of walnuts daily.  As it's low in the Glycemic Index, and loaded with Fibre, it’s a good choice for Diabetics. See detailed  benefits of walnuts.

Dates (benefits of Khajur) : 1 cup of dates (90 gm) gives around 8.05 gm of fiber and will lower down the cholesterol level and will also aid in weight loss. A cup of dates contain 703 mg of potassium (14.95% of RDA) which helps in the regulation of blood pressure and also prevents formation of kidney stones. Dates have a low glycemic index from 43 to 55 depending on the variety, so they are a boon to diabetics to satisfy their sweet tooth. But the amount of its consumption has to be strictly monitored. See details for 8 super benefits of dates. 

raisins : The natural sugars of black raisins are a great source of energy and come packaged together with fiber and other nutrients. The fiber in raisins helps to regulate intestinal function and proper elimination of impurities. Soaked black raisins are often consumed to cleanse the digestive system. The phenolic compounds in black raisins are powerful, protective antioxidants. They will help to ward off free radicals in the body. When hungry weight watchers can reach for a handy packet of raisins for a natural satisfying snack and prevent overeating. Being high in potassium and low in sodium this makes them an ideal part of a heart healthy diet. However diabetics need to cosume them cautiously due to the carbs in them.

Can diabetics, heart patients and over weight individuals have Dry Fruit Ladoo?

Yes, but portion control.

Can healthy individuals have Dry Fruit Ladoo?

Yes.

Dry Fruit Ladoo – a protein and fibre rich sweet. 

1. The nuts are a good source of protein and fibre which keeps you satiated for long hours. 
2. Protein is also a key nutrient to maintain the health of cells of the body including the immune and skin cells. 
3. Fibre is necessary for overall well-being.
4. The fresh coconut has saturated fats but most of it is MCT (Medium Chain Triglycerides) which promote weight loss.
5. The omega 3 fatty acids in almonds and walnuts promote heart health. 
6. Weight watchers and heart patients can have 1 no sugar dry fruit ladoo at snack time. However, we do not recommend this ladoo for diabetics.