Easy Pinni laddu recipe for healthy and warm winter

New Delhi: The season of comfort and warmth is finally here, as the winter air sets, the chilly winds blow making everyone feel cold. But one thing we all love about winters is eating lots and lots of delicious and warm food. Every Indian household prepares a fresh set of love in the form of food for the family members. Pinni is one food item prepared during the winter season in all Indian households, as it is a delicious sweet and healthy snack to be enjoyed in winter.

Packed with the goodness of ghee, jaggery, and a blend of wholesome ingredients like wheat flour, nuts, and dry fruits, these laddus are perfect for keeping warm and energised during the colder months. The rich flavours and nutritious elements make pinnis a delightful treat for the whole family. Here is your quick guide to make these delicious laddus at home and enjoy.

Pinni laddu recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup atta
• ½ cup ghee
• ¼ cup jaggery, grated
• ¼ cup mixed dry fruits (cashews, almonds, walnuts, pistachios)
• 2 tablespoons melon seeds
• 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
• 1 tablespoon grated coconut
• 2 tablespoons milk
• A pinch of saffron strands

Steps to prepare at home:

1. Heat a pan and add ghee, melt it well.
2. Now add wheat flour and let it roast, until golden brown.
3. While the flour is roasting, chop the mixed dry fruits and set them aside.
4. Take a separate pan and roast cashews, almonds, and pistachios. Set them aside.
5. Now add poppy and melon seeds and roast for 2 minutes.
6. Once the flour is roasted, add grated jaggery to the mixture and stir until it melts completely, also add cardamom powder.
7. Add the roasted dry fruits, melon seeds, poppy seeds, and grated coconut to the mixture. Mix well.
8. Let the mixture rest for some time to cool down. If you feel it is too dry, add some milk to bind.
9. Once it cools slightly, take small portions and shape them into round laddus.
10. Let it rest for 15 minutes, and you can enjoy warm and delicious pinni laddu at home.

Pinni ke laddu is not just a delicious dessert; it’s a warm, comforting treat that offers many health benefits. It is a great way to add healthy nuts and dry fruits to your diet without compromising on the flavours and sweet savings this winter season.