- By Bornika Das
- Thu, 16 Oct 2025 03:17 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
How To Make Besan Ladoo For Diwali 2025: It is an obvious fact that Diwali is incomplete without indulging in sweets, mithais and desserts. What makes the festival of lights extra sparkling and enlightening is the warmth of the traditional Indian sweets. While on that note, Besan Ladoo is particularly the favourite among kids and adults alike. Also known as Besan ke Laddu, this sweet provides a melt-in-the-mouth experience and is also inviting for rich rich aroma and flavour. Homemade Besan Ladoo is perfect for Diwali celebration, which looks best when served on a platter for guests or even when wrapped as gifts for loved ones. It not only adds a personal touch to the festival of lights but also a nutty and festive vibe to the celebration.
Besan Ladoo has been a favourite sweet treat across generations, especially on Diwali. Preparing Besan Ke Laddu at home is not only cost-effective but also ensures freshness and authenticity in every bite. Made of simple and ordinary ingredients available in the kitchen, with just a few easy steps and a little time, you can easily prepare Besan Ladoo at home for the Diwali 2025 celebration.
Besan Ladoo Ingredients List
¾ cup ghee
2 cup besan/gram flour
2 tbsp rava/ semolina, coarse
2 water
1 cup powdered sugar
½ tsp cardamom powder
2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
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Homemade Besan Ke Laddu Recipe For Diwali (Image Credits: Canva)
Easy Besan Ladoo Recipe: How To Make Besan Ke Laddu For Diwali 2025
Step 1: In a kadai pan, heat ¾ cup ghee and add 2 cups besan. Cook until the besan absorbs all the ghee.
Step 2: Add 2 tbsp rava and continue to roast till the besan turns aromatic. Keep roasting on a low flame till the ghee releases from the sides and turns golden brown.
Step 3: Sprinkle 2 tbsp of water and mix well. This helps the besan and rava to turn grainy in texture.
Step 4: Cook till the mixture turns aromatic.
Step 5: Transfer to the plate and cool completely. Once the besan mixture is at room temperature, add 1 cup powdered sugar, ½ tsp cardamom powder and mix well.
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Step 6: Also, add 2 tbsp of roasted pumpkin seeds and mix well.
Step 7: Shape the ladoo and garnish it with pistachios. Enjoy the Besan Ladoo this Diwali, which tastes great for a week.
Including homemade Besan Ladoo for Diwali celebration is not just about the sweetness it brings, but also a toast to tradition and harmony. The sweet ladoos represent prosperity and joy; thus, they are an excellent gift and dessert option for the festival of lights.
