Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 10–12 ladoos
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

For the Sesame Ladoo

• 1 cup white sesame seeds (til)
• ¾ cup Sarbu Jaggery Powder
• 1 tbsp water
• ½ tsp cardamom powder
• 1 tbsp roasted peanuts, finely chopped (optional)
• 1 tbsp grated dry coconut (optional)

For Greasing

• ½ tsp ghee

Instructions

Step 1: Roast the Sesame Seeds

1. Heat a heavy-bottomed pan over low to medium heat.
2. Add 1 cup sesame seeds.
3. Dry roast for 4–5 minutes, stirring continuously.
4. Roast until the sesame seeds become lightly golden and start releasing a pleasant nutty aroma.
5. Do not over-roast or brown the sesame seeds, as they can turn bitter.
6. Transfer to a plate and allow them to cool slightly.

Step 2: Prepare the Jaggery Syrup

1. Add ¾ cup Sarbu Jaggery Powder and 1 tbsp water to the same pan.
2. Heat on low flame, stirring until the jaggery powder melts completely.
3. Cook until the mixture reaches a soft, sticky consistency.
4. To check, take a small drop of the syrup and place it in a bowl of cold water. It should form a soft, pliable ball when pressed between your fingers.

Step 3: Add the Sesame Seeds

1. Lower the flame completely.
2. Add the roasted sesame seeds to the jaggery syrup.
3. Add cardamom powder and optional roasted peanuts or dry coconut.
4. Mix quickly and thoroughly until the sesame seeds are evenly coated with jaggery.

Step 4: Shape the Ladoos

1. Turn off the heat and allow the mixture to cool for 2–3 minutes, just until it is comfortable enough to handle.
2. Lightly grease your palms with ghee.
3. Take a small portion of the warm mixture and press it firmly between your palms.
4. Roll it into a smooth, round ladoo.
5. Repeat with the remaining mixture.

Step 5: Cool & Set

1. Place the prepared ladoos on a greased plate.
2. Allow them to cool completely at room temperature.
3. Once firm, transfer them to an airtight container.

Serving Suggestions

• Enjoy as a traditional Indian sweet with tea or milk.
• Serve during festivals such as Makar Sankranti, Lohri, and Pongal.
• Pack as a homemade festive treat for family and friends.
• Enjoy as an energy-rich snack during the day.
• Serve alongside other traditional Indian sweets during celebrations.

Nutritional Information (Approx. per ladoo)

Values are approximate and may vary depending on the size of the ladoo and optional ingredients used.

Why Use Sarbu Jaggery Powder?

Sarbu Jaggery Powder provides a rich, naturally sweet flavor that pairs beautifully with the nutty taste of roasted sesame seeds. Its fine texture melts easily, helping create a smooth jaggery coating that binds the sesame seeds together into delicious, traditional ladoos.

Chef’s Tips

• Always roast sesame seeds on low to medium heat to prevent them from burning.
• Don’t over-roast the sesame seeds, as they can develop a bitter taste.
• The jaggery syrup consistency is important—if undercooked, the ladoos may not hold their shape; if overcooked, they can become hard.
• Shape the ladoos while the mixture is warm, as it becomes difficult to roll once completely cool.
• Grease your palms lightly with ghee to prevent the mixture from sticking.
• For extra crunch, add roasted peanuts or chopped almonds.
• For a softer ladoo, use slightly less jaggery syrup cooking time.
• Store completely cooled ladoos in an airtight container at room temperature.