Til Gud Ladoo Recipe for Makar Sankranti 2025: A Sweet and Nutritious Delight

Learn how to make nutritious and tasty Til Gud Ladoo for Makar Sankranti 2025. Perfect blend of sesame and jaggery for festive sweetness

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Makar Sankranti is celebrated in almost every nook and corner of India as the festival that marks the coming of longer days and harvesting season. It is known for kites, bonfires, and sweets, among which is Til Gud Ladoo-one of the most well-known desserts to have anything to do with the festival. This sweet dish uses sesame seeds and jaggery, which is believed to be the most nutritional thing, filling with warmth in the winter chill. The time of Makar Sankranti is full of goodwill gifting; so nothing is a better gift as sharing these yummiest healthy ladoos at your friends and family.

Til Gud Ladoo Preparation Ingredients:

•Til (Sesame Seeds) – 1 cup, white or black
•Gud (Jaggery) – 1 cup, grated or chopped
•Ghee – 2 tablespoons, for greasing and roasting
•Cardamom Powder – 1/4 teaspoon, optional, for added fragrance
•Chopped Dry Fruits – 1/4 cup, optional, for added richness

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Instructions to Prepare Til Gud Ladoo:

1. Roasting the Sesame Seeds:
Put a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Add the sesame seeds and dry roast until they become lightly golden brown with a nutty fragrance. Stir them often to prevent burning. When the sesame seeds have roasted, allow them to cool.

2. Preparation of Jaggery Syrup: Put the grated or chopped jaggery in the same pan, and add one tablespoon of water. The heat should be low to medium so that jaggery melts slowly. All the time keep on stirring the jaggery so that it does not stick to the pan. If the jaggery melts completely and looks like smooth syrup, then you have to check its consistency. For that, take a small quantity of syrup in a glass containing cold water. It should hardening fast and transform into a soft ball ready to go into the next process.

3. Mix Til and Gud: Add roasted sesame seeds directly to the syrup once prepared, and mix thoroughly so that it becomes well coated. You can now add cardamom powder in case you would prefer the aromatic flavour. You could also add a few chopped pieces of dry fruits like almonds or cashews if you prefer adding some extra flavours and textures.

4. Prepare Ladoos: Allow the mixture to cool for a minute or two so that it is not too hot to handle. When it cools enough, rub some ghee into your palms to prevent sticking and take small portions of the mixture to form round ladoos. You can make them as small or large as you want them. Press them tight so they stick together.

5. Let the Ladoos Set: Let the shaped ladoos cool at room temperature. With this, when they cool off, they harden and, hence, should not break away while lifting off from them.

Some Tips for Perfect Til Gud Ladoo

• Selection of Good Quality Jaggery: It brings in a fair percentage of contributions towards the taste. Unrefined natural jaggery doesn’t have even a trace amount of artificial preservatives added within it.
• Roasting of Sesame seeds: Sesame seeds are especially roasted for proper roasting to give the dish the right and authentic taste and flavor. Bad roasting leads to bitter-ladoo.
• The jaggery syrup should be of correct consistency so that the sesame seeds bind well. If the syrup is too loose, then the ladoos will not hold the shape and if the syrup is too thick, then the ladoos will not be easy to bite into.
• Add Various Items: Desiccated coconut, dried fruits, or a hint of saffron will add an exotica to this recipe.

Health Benefits of Til Gud Ladoo:

Since they are one of the traditional sweets made during Makar Sankranti, there are a few health benefits associated with Til Gud Ladoo making them an excellent snack during winter.
Calcium Content: Sesame seeds are the best source of calcium. It will strengthen the bones and teeth.

• Energy booster: Both sesame seeds and jaggery are said to be the best energy boosters. These ladoos are highly recommended for daily use when needed.
• Digestion: Sesame seeds are among the major fiber sources, which helps in digestive processes. So, the ladoo with jaggery is highly beneficial for purifying the human body.
• Rich in Iron: Jaggery is one of the richest sources of iron, which will help improve the hemoglobin level and boost the energy level in the human body.

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Conclusion

Makar Sankranti is the perfect excuse to gorge on the nutritious and mouthwatering Til Gud Ladoos. These ladoos are not only an excellent symbol for the spirit of the festival but can also be a great warm and energizing agent during winters. Whether it is with family or friends, these ladoos will add all sweetness and delight to your Makar Sankranti 2025. Happy festival!

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