Rava Laddu

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 2

Scrumptious Rava Laddu recipe for your sweet tooth cravings

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

340

Sugar

50g

Fat

13g

Originating from India, Rava Laddu is a traditional dessert made from semolina flour, sugar, clarified butter (ghee), cashew nuts, and spices like cardamom. It’s a staple at Indian festivals and special occasions. The dish is known for its melt-in-your-mouth texture and perfect balance between sweetness and nuttiness. The recipe is easy to make, making it a perfect dessert option if you’re short on time or have sudden sweet cravings.

Instructions

1.	Heat the ghee in a large pan.
2.	Add the cashew nuts to the ghee and fry until they turn golden brown.
3.	Remove the cashew nuts from the pan and set them aside.
4.	In the same pan, toast the semolina flour until golden brown.
5.	Add sugar, cardamom, and hot milk to the pan. Mix well and keep stirring until the sugar dissolves.
6.	Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool for a few minutes.
7.	Add the fried cashew nuts to the mixture and mix well.
8.	Using your hands, shape the mixture into small balls.

PROS

Soft and melt-in-your-mouth texture of Rava Laddu is perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.

The dish has a perfect balance between semolina flour, ghee, nuts, sugar, and spices, giving it a delicious aroma and taste.

CONS

Rava Laddu is a high-calorie and high-sugar dessert, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

The dish contains ghee, which can increase your cholesterol levels if consumed in excess.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Semolina flour, a key ingredient in Rava Laddu, is rich in protein and gluten-free, making it an excellent alternative to wheat flour.
Cardamom has been linked to reducing inflammation, improving digestion, and reducing anxiety and high blood pressure.

	6 cups semolina flour
	7 cups white sugar
	1 1/2 tablespoons ground cardamom
	1/2 cup ghee ( clarified butter )
	1/3 cup cashew nuts
	1 cup hot milk