“Healthy Sweet Treat: Power-Packed Oats Dates Ladoo”
Craving something sweet yet healthy? These homemade Oats, Nuts, and Dates Ladoos are the perfect guilt-free treat to satisfy your taste buds while boosting your energy levels. Made with the natural sweetness of dates, the crunch of roasted nuts, and the goodness of oats, these ladoos are packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. They require no refined sugar, no artificial additives, and can be prepared in just a few minutes. Whether you enjoy them as a mid-morning snack, a post-workout bite, or a healthy dessert, these ladoos are a delicious way to stay energized and nourished.
Ingredients
- 1 Katori Rolled oats
- 1 Katori Dates seedless, soft/Medjool preferred (about 15–18 dates)
- 1/2 Katori Mixed nuts almonds, cashews, walnuts
- 2 tbsp Desiccated coconut optional
- 1-12 tsp Ghee optional, for binding & flavor
- 1/4 tsp Cardamom powder
- 1 tbsp Flax seeds / chia seeds optional, for extra nutrition
Instructions
Method
- Dry roast oats in a pan for 3–4 minutes till lightly golden and aromatic. Let them cool, then grind into a coarse powder.
- Roast nuts for 2–3 minutes (or use raw if you prefer). Crush them coarsely in a grinder or chop by hand.
- Grind dates into a paste (if they are too dry, soak in warm water for 5 minutes first, then drain).
- In a pan, add 1 tsp ghee, toss in the dates paste, and sauté for 2–3 minutes till it softens.
- Add oats powder + crushed nuts + cardamom powder (and coconut/seeds if using). Mix well.
- Turn off flame, let mixture cool slightly. While still warm, roll into ladoos using your hands.
- Store in an airtight container (lasts 7–10 days at room temp, or 2–3 weeks in fridge).
Notes
Nutrition per ladoo (approx)
- Calories: 100–120
- Protein: 2–3g
- Healthy fats + fiber from nuts & oats
- Natural sweetness from dates, no refined sugar
Tips & Tricks
- Choose soft dates – Medjool or soft seedless dates blend easily; if using dry dates, soak in warm water for 5–10 minutes.
- Roast for flavor – Lightly roast oats and nuts to enhance aroma and crunch.
- Adjust sweetness – Dates provide natural sweetness; add jaggery or honey only if you like them extra sweet.
- Binding help – If the mix feels dry, add 1–2 tsp warm ghee or peanut butter for smooth rolling.
- Texture control – Grind oats and nuts coarsely for a crunchy ladoo, or fine for a smoother one.
- Boost nutrition – Add seeds (chia, flax, pumpkin) or a scoop of protein powder for extra protein and fiber.
- Storage – Store in an airtight jar; lasts a week at room temperature or 2–3 weeks refrigerated.
