Til Moongphali (Peanut Sesame) Laddu
Til Moongphali Ladoo is a popular Indian sweet and these Sesammi Peanut Ladoos are a quick, healthy, nutritious, vegan, gluten-free, and delicious Indian sweet made from a blend of earthy flavours of sesame seeds (Til) and peanuts (Moongphali), with the natural sweetness of jaggery (Gur), these spherical delights, also known as sesame peanut ladoos, are a beloved treat during festivals and special occasions. These laddus are delicious and carry the goodness of sesame, jaggery and peanuts. Til Moongphali Ladoos are not just sweets; they celebrate tradition and taste. Til ke Ladoo is a traditional Indian sweet, specially prepared for festivals like sakat chauth, Lohri and Sankranti, these delicious sesame laddoos are very rich in iron, calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus and also help keep our body warm, so these ladoos are very popular in northern India, especially during the winter season.
How to make Til Moongphali (Peanut Sesame) Laddu at home?
White Sesame Seeds — The Main ingredient of this recipe is white sesame seeds, which bring nutrition and deliciousness to this recipe. You may use other coloured sesame seeds if the white ones aren’t available.
Peanuts — For nutty and crunchy flavours, Add Peanuts to the recipe.
Jaggery — Jaggery brings about all the sweetness in the recipe. You may also add regular sugar instead of jaggery.
Cardamom Powder- Cardamom powder brings in the flavours that make this recipe completely delicious.
Ghee — It brings more flavour and softness to the laddus besides the beautiful aroma.
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Health Benefits:
Sesame Seeds (Til):
Rich in healthy fats, sesame seeds provide a boost of energy. Sesame seeds are Packed with essential minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium, and phosphorus and are a good source of vitamins, including B-complex and vitamin E.
Sesame seeds are a rich source of calcium and phosphorus, promoting strong and healthy bones.
Energy Boost:
The sesame seeds and peanuts provide quick energy and keep you energized for longer periods.
Antioxidant Defense:
Sesame seeds contain antioxidants, including lignans and vitamin E, they help combat oxidative stress.
Digestive Well-being:
Peanuts and sesame seeds promote smooth bowel movements, preventing constipation and supporting digestive health.
Hormonal Balance:
Sesame seeds contain lignans, contributing to hormonal balance, particularly in women.
Hormonal Balance
Sesame seeds contain lignans, contributing to hormonal balance, particularly in women.
Immune System Support:
A combination of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants strengthens the immune system.
Iron Enrichment:
The presence of iron prevents iron deficiency( anaemia) and vitamin C and enhances iron absorption.
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Tips Variations and Suggestions
- Dry roast the ingredients one at a time on medium-low heat stirring frequently
- You can substitute white sesame seeds for brown sesame seeds
- Grate the jaggery or break it into small pieces using a pestle
- I like to use a Mortar and pestle for this recipe but you can also use a blender.
Nutrition —
- Add a tablespoon of flaxseed meal to the mixture. It adds flavour as well as nutrition to this delicious snack.
- You can add nuts like cashews, almonds, and even raisins to these Til Ladoos to enhance nutrition.
For vegan variation — You can turn these Ladoos vegan by replacing ghee with coconut oil. The rest of the ingredients remain the same.
Coconut Twist- The sweet aroma of coconut blends melodiously with the earthy notes of sesame and peanuts. So you can also add desiccated coconut.
Chia Sesame Crunch Laddu-You can Boost nutritional content by adding chia seeds. These tiny seeds bring an extra crunch and contribute to the overall health quotient.
Flaxseed Boost:
Add ground flaxseeds for a healthy dose of omega-3 fatty acids.
Pumpkin Seeds Crunch:
Toss in roasted and crushed pumpkin seeds for added texture.
Chocolate Infusion –
- Adding a hint of cocoa powder you can boost your laddu taste.
- The marriage of rich chocolate and nutty sesame-peanut flavours creates a heavenly combination.
Additional flavouring — These Til Ke Ladoos are flavored with cardamom powder. However, you can also spice it with a pinch of nutmeg powder, sauf etc. if you like.
Substituting jaggery — I have used jaggery powder for til ke ladoo recipe. However, you can also use refined sugar for this recipe.
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You can substitute jaggery with regular sugar syrup to prepare the ladoos mixture. Mix it thoroughly and then shape the mixture into ladoos.
This recipe was originally posted in 2017 and has been updated to improve the reader experience.
How to make Til Moongphali (Peanut Sesame) Laddu
Materials
- 200- gram sesame seeds til
- 1 tablespoon ghee
- 200 gram roughly chopped sticky jaggery Gur
- 1/2 cup peanuts Roasted and crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom elaichi powder
- 1 pinch of salt optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Dry roast the sesame seeds in a heavy bottom pan on medium heat for 2-3 minutes, while stirring it continuously and keep aside in another bowl.
Method
- In a heavy bottom pan on medium flame heat the ghee.
- Add the jaggery mix well and cook on a low flame for 3-4 or until two threads consistency formed while stirring continuously.
- Add the roasted sesame seeds, roasted peanuts and cardamom powder, mix well and cook on a low flame for a 1-2 minute, while stirring continuously.
- Take out the mixture in a greased plate and allow it cool slightly for a minute.
- Wet your palms with little water and take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into a round laddoo.
- Repeat this process of making ladoos with the remaining mixture.
- Store them in an airtight container.
Very nice recipe…all our family members like these ladoos…