Motichoor laddoos can now be easily made at home. This simple recipe allows you to create delicious sweets, comparable to those made by professional confectioners, even without a traditional boondi maker—perfect for festivals and special occasions.
Whether it's a festival or a joyous occasion at home, everything feels incomplete without sweets. And when the sweet is a laddu, especially a motichoor laddu, the taste becomes even more special. Made from small, saffron-colored boondi beads, this laddu is not only visually appealing but its taste is enjoyed by people of all ages. It's often believed that motichoor laddoos are only available at confectionery shops, but the truth is that with a little effort and the right method, they can be made at home—without any professional tools.
In this article, we will guide you, in simple language, on how to make motichoor laddoos using readily available kitchen utensils. This recipe is not only easy but also delivers an authentic, homemade taste.
Ingredients (for approximately 10-12 laddoos)
For the Boondi:
- Gram flour (besan) – 1 cup
- Water – approximately ½ cup
- Food coloring (saffron or orange) – 1-2 drops
- Ghee or oil – for frying
For the Sugar Syrup:
- Sugar – 1 cup
- Water – ½ cup
- Cardamom powder – ½ teaspoon
- Rose water – 1 teaspoon (optional)
- Saffron strands – 5-6 (optional)
For Setting the Laddoos:
- Ghee – 1 tablespoon
- Dry fruits – chopped almonds, pistachios, etc. (optional)
Step-by-Step Method
1. Prepare the Gram Flour Batter
First, take the gram flour in a deep bowl. Gradually add water, stirring to create a smooth, thin batter. Ensure there are no lumps. Now add the food coloring and mix well for even color distribution.
2. Make the Boondi
Don't worry if you don't have a traditional boondi maker. You can use any fine-holed steel sieve or a fine-hole grater.
Heat oil or ghee in a pan. Now pour the batter into the sieve and slowly drop it into the hot oil, creating small droplets. Fry the boondi over medium heat until lightly golden. Do not over-fry. Once fried, remove them and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
3. Prepare the Sugar Syrup
In a pan, add 1 cup sugar and ½ cup water. Cook over medium heat. Once a single-thread consistency is achieved, add cardamom powder, rose water, and saffron. Turn off the heat and keep the syrup warm.
4. Combine Boondi and Syrup
Add the fried boondi to the prepared syrup and mix well. Cover and leave for 10-15 minutes to allow the boondi to absorb the syrup properly.
5. Make the Laddoos
After allowing it to cool slightly, add 1 tablespoon of ghee to the mixture. Gently press and shape the mixture into round laddoos. You can garnish with dry fruits if desired.
Helpful Tips
- What if you don't have a boondi maker? No problem. A fine-holed sieve or steel grater works well.
- What if the boondi is too large? After frying, coarsely grind them in a blender to resemble traditional motichoor.
- What should be the correct temperature of the syrup? If you add the boondi to very hot syrup, it won't soften. Add the boondi when the syrup is lukewarm.
- The laddoos are not binding properly? Wait for another 5 minutes. As the boondi absorbs the syrup, the mixture thickens, and the laddoos will be easier to form.
- Want a healthier option? You can use coconut oil or refined oil instead of ghee, but ghee provides the best authentic taste.
The Taste of Every Festival – Motichoor Laddoos
Motichoor laddoos are more than just a sweet; they represent our festivals and traditions. Whether it's Diwali, a wedding, a birthday, or any celebration, motichoor laddoos add sweetness to every occasion. Store-bought laddoos often contain preservatives and excessive sugar. But when you make them at home, they are not only delicious but also pure and healthy.
Making motichoor laddoos is no longer a difficult task. With this simple recipe, you can bring traditional sweetness to your home kitchen without expensive equipment or professional tools. Next time there's a special occasion, instead of buying sweets, make your own motichoor laddoos—and give your loved ones a sweet gift made with love.
