I used store brought finely shredded coconut in this recipe but using fresh coconut will definitely enhance the taste. So if possible, use fresh coconut. Also these coconut ladoos can be made in so many ways, these I made using condensed milk but one can also make them in the traditional way using sugar syrup. The condensed milk just saves time.
Ingredients1 cup coconut finely shredded and some more to roll on top of the ladoo
― cup condensed milk
ž tsp cardamom powder
sliced almonds for garnishing
Method
* Put the finely shredded coconut in a pan and roast for 2 minutes at low flame.
* Add the cardamom powder (optional) and mix.
* Add the condensed milk and mix till all the coconut is coated with condensed milk.
* In a few minutes, the mixtures becomes thick.
* Switch off the flame and let the mixture cool down for 5 minutes.
* Apply some ghee/unsalted butter on your palm, take some mixture and make a round ball out of it.
* Roll the ladoo in some finely shredded coconut and garnish with sliced almonds.