Dates Laddu Recipe
Hare Krishna Dates Laddu is a nutritious and satisfying treat, inspired by the principles of bhakti yoga. This laddu recipe uses dates and nuts to create a delicious treat that can be enjoyed at any time of day. In the tradition of Gaudiya Vaishnavism, preparing and offering food to Krishna is an act of love and devotion, known as bhakti. Each dish is prepared with care, mindfulness, and a pure heart, making it not just a meal but a spiritual offering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 laddus 1x
- Category: Desserts & Sweets
- Method: Mixing, Shaping
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Laddus:
- 1 cup pitted dates, chopped (150g)
- 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pistachios) (75g)
- 2 tablespoons ghee (30 ml)
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 2 tablespoons grated coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Blend the Dates and Nuts: In a food processor, pulse the chopped dates and mixed nuts until they form a coarse mixture.
- Roast the Mixture: In a pan, heat ghee over medium heat. Add the dates and nuts mixture and roast for 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture becomes slightly sticky and aromatic. Add cardamom powder and mix well.
- Shape the Laddus: Remove the pan from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly. Take small portions and shape them into round laddus using your hands. Roll the laddus in grated coconut, if desired.
- Serve at Room Temperature: Serve the dates laddus at room temperature with your favorite side dish.
Notes
- Variation: Add a handful of raisins or dried apricots for additional sweetness and texture.
- Storage: Store any leftover laddus in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 laddu
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg