Haldiram’s Besan Ladoo
£3.99
Here’s a description of Haldiram’s Besan Ladoo, with ingredients, nutrition, texture, etc.:
What It Is
Besan Ladoo (or Besan Laddoo) is a traditional North Indian sweet made primarily from roasted chickpea flour (besan), ghee (clarified butter), sugar, and flavoring (usually cardamom). Haldiram’s Besan Ladoo is their commercial/packaged version of this mithai.
Ingredients
Typical ingredients in Haldiram’s Besan Ladoo include:
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Gram flour (besan)
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Sugar
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Ghee or clarified butter (or in some cases, a mix of ghee & edible vegetable oils)
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Nuts (e.g. cashew, almond) for flavor & texture
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Cardamom (for aroma/flavour)
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Sometimes stabilisers/emulsifiers (e.g. E414) in packaged versions
Nutritional & Other Details
From a few sources:
| Parameter | Approx Value (per 100 g) |
|---|---|
| Energy | ~ 460‑480 kcal |
| Fat | ~ 24‑27 g |
| Carbohydrates | ~ 50‑60 g |
| Sugar content | Some portion (e.g. ~ 30‑35 g) depending on variant |
| Protein | ~ 6‑9 g |
| Allergens | Contains nuts (almond, cashew) in many variants; may be processed in facilities with other allergens. |
Texture, Flavor, Experience
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Texture: Soft, slightly crumbly; when bitten, dissolves/melts somewhat in the mouth because of the ghee and the fine roasting of besan.
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Flavor: Rich, sweet, nutty (from besan + nuts), buttery (ghee), aromatic (cardamom) with an overall warm and comforting taste.
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Appearance: Golden yellow / light brown (depending on roast), round balls.
Usage & Storage
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Usually eaten as a dessert or sweet after meals, or during festivals / special occasions.
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Often packaged in 400 g packs (in many markets outside India) for home consumption.
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Shelf life (when sealed) can be a few months (depending on storage, moisture etc.).
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Should be stored in a cool, dry place, in airtight packaging to prevent moisture and maintain texture.
| Weight | 400g |
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