Try the Easiest Holi Recipe: Seeds and Dates Laddu

The festival of colors is here, and we are still struggling to spare some time for our traditions. From making sweets at home to planning get-togethers after a splash of colors in the morning, isn’t that the whole point, oh Holi?

This year, let’s forget about the difficulties of life and be a kid again. Sit with your loved ones and cherish the childhood memories with little ladoos and gujiya in hand. Of course, health is important, and keeping this in mind, we have got you a healthy, sweet recipe. 

Dates and seeds mix ladoos will keep your sweet cravings satiated while offering a good amount of energy for the day ahead.

Makes: 10 ladoos  

Preparation Time: 15 minutes  

Total Time: 25 minutes  

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pitted Medjool dates
• 1/2 cup mixed seeds (such as pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, chia seeds)
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/4 tsp pepper powder
• 1/4 tsp ginger powder 
• 1/4 cup almonds, chopped
• 1/4 cup desiccated coconut
• 1/2 tsp ground cardamom

Method:

1. In a food processor, blend the pitted dates until they form a sticky paste.
2. Take a deep non-stick pan, lightly toast the mixed seeds until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes, then let them cool.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the date paste, toasted seeds, chopped almonds, desiccated coconut, ground cardamom powder, pepper powder, ginger powder, and turmeric powder. 
4. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
5. Take small portions of the mixture and roll them into small balls (ladoos) using your hands.
6. Repeat until all the mixture is used up.
7. Store the ladoos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Notes:

• These DIY ladoos are a nutritious and energy-packed snack, perfect for a quick bite or as a healthy dessert option.
• Nuts and seeds are rich in healthy fats, including omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health and cognitive function.

Nutritional information per serving 1 ladoo

Total Calories 125 kcal 

Total Carbohydrates 15.9g

Total Protein 2.5g

Total Fat 4.7g

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Disclaimer: Please keep your healthcare provider in the loop before introducing any new food item or beauty product into your lifestyle, especially if you have a medical health condition or are on medications. In case you are allergic to certain foods, please avoid them.