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    Dry Fruit Laddu | Dry Fruits Ladoo

    Posted on Oct 22, 2021 · Last Updated on Nov 9, 2023 by Sharmila Kingsly

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    Dry fruit laddu is a healthy vegan and no sugar ladoo. Makes a healthy and yummy festival dessert. It stays good for 2 weeks.

    dry fruit laddu

    A healthy and guilt-free dessert is always welcome in the home. We end up end so many sweets and increasing the calorie intake during the festival seasons. Dry fruit ladoo is a healthy ladoo for kids, Pregnant mommies and we can also consider them as energy balls post workout. So here is my take on a guilt free festive indulge. Now let's see how to make dry fruit ladoo.

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    Dry Fruit Laddu

    Healthy nuts and dry fruits of our choice come togther and make this laddu. They come togther easily without any sweeteners or sugar. We get the sweetness from the natural sugars of the dates and dry fruits included. Plus no dairy and makes it vegan friendly. This is one of the healthy ladoo recipes for kids too.

    Ingredients :

    dry fruit laddu Ingredients

    Almonds - Almonds are a very good source of protein and low fat cholesterol. They promote weight loss rich in fiber. They add a nice crunch to the laddu.
    Cashew nuts - Same with cashew nuts. They give a nice crunch and they are also.
    Walnuts - Walnuts are very good for the brain and provide a healthy gut.
    Pistachios - They are also a very good source of fiber.
    Pumpkin Seeds - Add in any other nuts or seeds as you prefer.
    Dates - Dates are an important ingredient in dry fruits laddu. They only hold the entire laddu and also the sweetness of the laddu comes from the dates. You can also use Medjool dates for the Ladoo. If you are using harder dates you add chopped dates in the blender.
    Dried Cranberry - We can also add any other dry fruits. Since we don't add any sweeteners to the laddu.

    FAQ's

    Is dry fruit Laddu good for health?
    It is a no sugar healthy laddu loaded with nuts and dry fruits. It is the best post workout snack. However, keep the intake as only two per day.

    How to Prepare Dry Fruit Laddu:

    1. Heat a pan, to this add in ⅓ cups of Almonds. Dry roast in a low flame for 2 to 4 mins and then transfer it to a blender.
    Dry roast the Almonds

    2. In the same pan add ⅓ cup of Cashewnuts. Dry roast in low flame until the color of the nuts changes to light brown. Remove and transfer the cashew nuts to the same blender along with the almonds.

    Dry roast the cashew nuts

    3. Add in ¼ cup walnuts,¼ cup Pistachios, and 2 tbsp of Pumpkin Seeds. 

    Add in ¼ cup walnuts,¼ cup Pistachios, and 2 tbsp of Pumpkin Seeds.

    4. Roast everything in a low flame and transfer to the blender.

    Add the roasted nuts to a blender.

    5. Blend to a coarse mixture. Transfer everything to a mixing bowl and set it aside.

    Grind the nuts to a coarse powder.

    6. In the blender add in 15 seedless dates, 2 tbsp of dried cranberries, and 2 tbsp of water 

    Add dates and dried cranberries in the blender.

    7. Blend to a coarse paste.

    7. Blend to a coarse paste.

    8. Transfer to the mixing bowl along with the nuts.

    Transfer to the mixing bowl along with the nuts.

    9. Combine everything until they come together as a dough.

    Combine everything to form the dough

    10. Pinch in equal portions and shape the laddu. Healthy Dry Fruits Laddu is ready to serve.

    Dry fruit laddu is ready

    Tips & Variations:

    • Oats dry fruit ladoo is another variation you may add roasted oats and grind along with the dry fruits
    • Makahana dry fruit ladoo , instead of oats you may also use roasted makhana.
    • Dry Fruits Laddu with Jaggery - If you prefer more sweetness you may also add in some grated jaggery and shape the laddu.
    • Dry fruit Laddu with wheat flour - You may roast in some wheat flour and add along with the Dry fruits. This is one of the healthy ladoo recipes for winter.
    • Dry fruit Laddu without dates - If you don't prefer adding dates you may replace dates with some jaggery.
    • Another lovely addition for this dry fruits ladoo is the addition of dessicated coconut. But if adding coconut the shelf light might reduce.
    • You may also add more dry fruits like dried figs, dried blackberries, blueberries or raisins, or any as per your availability.
    • This is one of the best dry fruit ladoo recipe for toddlers. Dry Fruits Laddu during pregnancy is one of the best foods for strength.

    Storage Suggestions

    The shelf life of the fruits ladoo is about 2-3 weeks. Store in an air tight container or zip lock bag in the refrigerator.

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      Boondi Ladoo | Boondi Laddu
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    Dry fruit laddu

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    Dry fruit laddu

    Dry fruit laddu is a healthy vegan and has no sugar ladoo. Makes a healthy and yummy festival dessert.
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time10 minutes mins
    Total Time20 minutes mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Indian
    Servings: 12 Laddu
    Calories: 98kcal
    Author: Sharmila Kingsly
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    Standard 1 cup measures 240 ml

    Ingredients

    • ⅓ cup Almonds
    • ⅓ cup Cashew nuts
    • ¼ cup Walnuts
    • ¼ cup Pistachios
    • 2 tbsp Pumpkin Seeds
    • 15 Dates
    • 2 tbsp Dried Cranberries or Raisins or any dry fruit
    • 2 tbsp Water

    Instructions 

    • Heat a pan, to this add in ⅓ cups of Almonds. Dry roast in a low flame for 2 to 4 mins and then transfer it to a blender.
    • In the same pan add ⅓ cup of Cashewnuts. Dry roast in low flame until the color of the nuts changes to light brown. Remove and transfer the cashew nuts to the same blender along with the almonds.
    • Add in ¼ cup walnuts,¼ cup Pistachios, and 2 tbsp of Pumpkin Seeds.
    • Roast everything in a low flame and transfer to the blender.
    • Blend to a coarse mixture. Transfer everything to a mixing bowl and set it aside.
    • In the blender add in 15 seedless dates, 2 tbsp of dried cranberries, and 2 tbsp of water
    • Blend to a coarse paste.
    • Transfer to the mixing bowl along with the nuts.
    • Combine everything togther.
    • Pinch in equal portions and shape the laddu. Healthy Dry Fruits Laddu is ready to serve.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 98kcal | Carbohydrates: 10.6g | Protein: 2.6g | Fat: 5.9g | Saturated Fat: 0.7g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 149mg | Fiber: 1.7g | Sugar: 7g | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist, the nutrition value provided here is an estimate. It will vary based on the quantity and brands of the products used.

    Note: This post is originally from 2016. I have updated with new Recipe card, Pictures and video now.

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    1. Sharmila kingsly says

      March 19, 2018 at 7:23 pm

      Yes we can use.. But dry roast the coconut without any moisture and then use..

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