Sattu Laddu With Purti Vanaspati

Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time:20-25 minutes Servings: Approximately 20 laddus Ingredients: • 1 cup sattu (roasted gram flour) • 2 tbsp almonds, chopped • 2 tbsp cashews, chopped • 2 tbsp sunflower seeds • 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds • 2 tbsp golden raisins • 2 tbsp black raisins • ¾ cup Purti Vanaspati • 1 cup wheat flour • 2 tbsp fine rava (suji) • ½ tsp cardamom powder • 1 cup jaggery powder Instructions: Step 1 :  Prepare the sattu: Peel the skin of 1 cup sattu & grind it to a fine powder. Set aside. Step 2 :  Roast the nuts and raisins: In a pan, heat 1 tbsp Purti Vanaspati. Add almonds, cashews, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, golden raisins, and black raisins. Roast on low heat until the nuts turn crunchy and golden brown. Set aside. Step 3 :  Roast the wheat flour and rava: In a separate pan, take ½ cup ghee and roast 1 cup wheat flour. Roast on low heat until the wheat flour turns aromatic and golden brown. Add 1 tbsp Purti Vanaspati, 2 tbsp fine rava, and powdered sattu. Continue to roast until the flour turns aromatic and Purti Vanaspati releases from the sides. Step 4 :  Combine the ingredients: Cool the roasted mixture slightly & add the roasted nuts. Mix well. When the mixture is lukewarm, add 1 cup jaggery powder, ½ tsp cardamom powder, and mix well. Crumble and mix to ensure the mixture is well combined. Step 5 :  Shape into laddus: Take small portions of the mixture & roll them into balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter. Step 6 :  Store and enjoy: Store the Sattu Laddus in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a month. Nutritional Benefits: • Rich in protein and fiber: Sattu and nuts provide a good source of protein and fiber, promoting satiety and digestion. • Packed with vitamins and minerals: The roasted nuts and raisins offer essential vitamins, minerals, & antioxidants. • Natural sweetness from jaggery: Jaggery provides a natural sweetness without refined sugars. Enjoy these delicious & nutritious Sattu Laddus as a healthy & flavorful snack!