Coconut Ladoo is a traditional Indian sweet made with simple ingredients like coconut, sugar, and cardamom. These bite-sized treats are perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat for your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 2 cups desiccated coconut
- 1 cup condensed milk
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 tablespoon ghee
Directions
- In a pan, heat ghee and add desiccated coconut.
- Roast the coconut on low flame until it turns golden brown.
- Add condensed milk and cardamom powder to the roasted coconut.
- Mix well and cook until the mixture starts leaving the sides of the pan.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Grease your hands with ghee and shape the mixture into small balls.
- If desired, roll the ladoos in chopped nuts for garnish.
- Coconut Ladoo is ready to be enjoyed!
Interesting Facts
Coconut Ladoo is a popular sweet dish in India, often made during festivals and celebrations.
The addition of cardamom powder adds a unique flavor to the ladoos.
You can customize this recipe by adding other ingredients like raisins or saffron.