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    Rose Coconut Ladoo | Quick Indian Dessert

    Published: Nov 2, 2021 by Vaishali · This post may contain affiliate links · 14 Comments

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    A delicious and refreshing twist on a classic, this rose coconut ladoo recipe is so easy that you will be tempted to make it for every special occasion.

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    From Navratri to Karvachauth to Halloween to Diwali...it’s all a blur. This festival season began with a bang and is passing by like a bullet train. As much as I love celebrating each and every festival, it does get crazy during this time of the year. Especially when Diwali rolls around. It is my favorite (though Holi is equally dear to me) time of the year and I love to create all the desserts that remind us of home. Rasgullas and Indian Bread pudding are family favorites and I was looking at my 3-ingredient coconut ladoo recipe the other day and started playing around with flavors in my head to give it a new twist. Hence this Rose Coconut Ladoo.

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    Coconut Ladoo

    You know how they say that it's hard to improve perfection. And the 3-ingredient coconut ladoo recipe is just that - perfect! Super easy, very quick and absolutely delicious. But I wanted to upgrade the recipe to create something new and more fun. These rose coconut ladoos are pinkish in hue (Mr. Little V said they look like salmon balls…imagination of a 7 year old!!!) and have subtle notes of rose flavor that is iconically connected to beauty, freshness and sweetness. Nothing major changes as far as the ingredient list is concerned, addition of rose syrup and some rose water is all you need for this Rose Coconut Ladoo recipe.

    Condensed Milk

    Condensed milk is definitely the best kept secret (or is it really?) of the Indian Mithai/sweets world. There are several desserts that I make that use this handy dandy shortcut (like this saffron fudge and this instant rabdee). I hope to share all of them here eventually but for now please enjoy this Rose coconut Ladoo Recipe.

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    Rose Syrup

    Needless to say, rose syrup is the key ingredient here. I used Roohafza that is sold in most Indian stores and is great in milk and lemonade as well. You can also find rose syrup in most liquor stores by the cocktail mixers. If you cannot find rose syrup, grenadine would be a half hearted replacement but then rose water becomes an essential in this recipe.

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    These Rose Coconut Ladoo

    Are gorgeous for your Diwali Mithai Platter

    That pink color though…

    Are super easy to make

    Only 5-ingredients (5th ingredient is actually optional but highly recommended)

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    Recipe run-down

    Start with a heavy bottom pan. If non-stick is your thing, use that. You want a pan that evenly distributes heat and does not burn food. Crack open the pods of green cardamoms, remove seeds and powder the seeds. Dry roast the coconut until fragrant (not browned), add condensed milk, cardamom powder, rose syrup and rose water. Mix together, cook, cool and form ladoos and enjoy. I dare you to eat only one!

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    Rose Coconut Ladoo | Quick Indian Dessert

    Vaishali
    A delicious and refreshing twist on a classic, this rose coconut ladoo recipe is so easy that you will be tempted to make it for every special occasion.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Cooling Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Indian
    Servings 50 Ladoos
    Calories 49 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 c unsweetened shredded coconut 1lb/400g bag, see notes
    • 1 can condensed milk 14 oz can
    • 2 green cardamoms seeds removed from pods and crushed/powdered
    • 2 tablespoon rose syrup for e.g Roohafza or Cortas
    • 1 teaspoon rose water optional but recommended

    Instructions
     

    • Line a cookie sheet with parchment or silicon mat and take some room temperature water in a bowl.
    • Set a heavy bottomed or non-stick pan on medium low heat. Add the coconut and dry roast it till fragrant but not browned.
    • While the coconut is roasting, break apart the cardamom pods, take the seeds out and grind the seeds into a powder.
    • Add the sweetened condensed milk and cardamom powder to the coconut and mix well. Add the rose syrup and rose water. Keep stirring and mixing till the mixture comes together, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
    • Turn the heat off and let the mixture cool for 5 minutes or so.
    • To form the ladoos, rub your hands with water, take about a tablespoon of coconut mixture and form it into a ball, and lay it on the cookie sheet.
    • Repeat till all the coconut mixture is used up. This recipe should make close to 50 bite-size ladoos.

    Notes

    You can use dessicated coconut from Indian store or unsweetened shredded coconut (baking aisle) from a regular grocery store.
    You have to form the ladoos while the coconut mixture is still warm. As the mixture gets cooler it will get harder to form it into ladoos. Refrigerate the ladoos for about an hour and then store in an air tight container in the refrigerator. Best if served at room temperature.
    You can also form the mixture into burfee by pouring the coconut mixture onto a greased baking sheet, spreading it in an even layer. Refrigerate for an hour and then cut into squares. Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 49kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 0.01mgSodium: 3mgPotassium: 41mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 0.1IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.3mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    f you make these Rose Coconut Ladoos, please leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I love to hear from you guys. And don’t forget to tag me on Instagram and Facebook! I love to look through your creations!!

    Love – Vaishali

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    Comments

    1. Meg

      October 27, 2024 at 12:28 pm

      Will frozen shredded coconut from Indian stores work ?

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      • Vaishali

        October 28, 2024 at 8:57 am

        Hi meg, It will work - though it might take longer time to toast it so that it's not too wet. I hope this helps. Happy cooking!

        Reply
    2. pedja

      March 25, 2024 at 10:09 am

      5 stars
      This looks easy-to-make cookie. It looks delicious. I need to try it out sometime. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Vaishali

        March 27, 2024 at 10:35 pm

        Thanks!

        Reply
    3. Carolyn | The Organic Gypsy

      March 25, 2024 at 10:03 am

      5 stars
      This looks amazing! That pink colour though! I want some. 🙂 Will have to try it.

      Reply
      • Vaishali

        March 27, 2024 at 10:32 pm

        Thanks Carolyn. I agree that the pink is perfect!

        Reply
    4. Kevin Foodie

      March 25, 2024 at 8:14 am

      Condensed milk is also the best kept secret in many Jamican dishes 😆. I am big fan of coconut. This reminds me of "coconut cake" in 🇯🇲. This sweet treat is not only delicious but is appealing. Another good recipe Vaishali.

      Reply
      • Vaishali

        March 27, 2024 at 10:28 pm

        Thanks, Kevin. I'm glad you like it. Coconut is one of my favorite flavors as well.

        Reply
    5. Martina

      November 08, 2021 at 6:30 pm

      5 stars
      I have never heard of or tried this recipe before!! I can't wait to try this over the weekend. x Very timely since I ran out of new recipes to try. Thank you very much!

      Reply
      • Vaishali

        November 09, 2021 at 9:21 am

        Ha ha, Martina thanks! We all run out of ideas sometimes!!!

        Reply
    6. Meghan

      November 08, 2021 at 11:31 am

      5 stars
      This looks absolutely delicious! I can't wait to try these!!

      Reply
      • Vaishali

        November 09, 2021 at 9:21 am

        Thanks, Meghan. I hope you enjoy these.

        Reply
        • Somon

          November 13, 2021 at 8:57 pm

          I love trying new recipes and sweets are my favorite. This looks like it's pretty easy to make so I have to definitely give this a try.

          Reply
          • Vaishali

            November 28, 2021 at 12:49 pm

            Thanks, Somon. Yes, an easy dessert recipe is a win win situation.

            Reply
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