Sesame Laddu Recipe – Healthy Til Millet Sweet

Mar 21, 2026
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Sesame Laddu Recipe – Healthy Til Millet Sweet
Sesame Laddu, also known as Til Laddu, is a traditional Indian sweet widely enjoyed during festivals and winter months. This millet-based sesame laddu enhances the classic recipe by adding millet flour, increasing its fiber and mineral content.

Roasted sesame seeds provide a nutty flavor and are packed with calcium and healthy fats. Combined with jaggery, which is a natural sweetener rich in iron, these laddus become a wholesome and energy-boosting snack.

Easy to prepare and requiring minimal ingredients, sesame laddus are perfect for daily consumption, festive occasions, and as a natural immunity booster.

Ingredients

  • Sesame seeds (til) – 1 cup

  • Jaggery (grated) – ¾ cup

  • Millet flour – ¼ cup

  • Ghee – 1–2 tablespoons

  • Water – 1 tablespoon

Preparation Method

  1. Dry roast the sesame seeds on low flame until they turn light brown and aromatic. Set aside.

  2. In a pan, add grated jaggery and 1 tablespoon of water.

  3. Heat on low flame until the jaggery melts and forms a thick syrup.

  4. Add millet flour and ghee to the syrup and mix well.

  5. Add the roasted sesame seeds and combine thoroughly.

  6. While the mixture is still warm, take small portions and shape them into lemon-sized laddus using your hands.

  7. Allow them to cool completely.

  8. Serve as a healthy snack.

Serving Suggestions

  • Enjoy as a winter snack

  • Serve after meals as a healthy sweet

  • Ideal for kids and elders

  • Great for festive occasions like Makar Sankranti

Health Benefits

  • Sesame Seeds: Rich in calcium, iron, and healthy fats

  • Jaggery: Improves digestion and boosts energy

  • Millet Flour: Adds fiber and essential nutrients

  • Ghee: Supports digestion and enhances taste

Tips for Perfect Sesame Laddu

  • Roast sesame seeds evenly to avoid bitterness

  • Do not overcook jaggery syrup

  • Shape laddus while the mixture is warm

  • Grease hands with ghee if mixture sticks

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