Easy Chocolate Ladoo Chocolate Almond Truffles

These Chocolate ladoos are very similar to Condensed Milk Chocolate Truffles. They only have 4 main ingredients and are much healthier than traditional ladoos due to the addition of almond flour. If you did not know, almond flour is a great addition to Indian sweet recipes. I add it to my Coconut Ladoo recipe and make Almond Flour Halwa and Badam Katli with it. It adds great flavor and also makes the sweets healthier. This is a no-fail recipe perfect to make with kids. I made this at my daughter’s special request (or rather, she pestered me until I made it ;-)). The good thing is she helped me all through the recipe – chopping the almond slices with her kid-friendly knife and then rolling the balls once the cooked mixture cooled down. You can even roll them in sprinkles for a fun, colorful treat! These ladoos are also a great home-cooked gift for little kids. Pack them in a box for Raksha Bandhan or Diwali. See the pic below of how I would pack them! If you enjoy these Healthy Chocolate Laddus, you must also try making Besan Ladoo and Coconut Ladoos! And if your kids are a fan of chocolate (who isn’t), then try this Easy No Egg Chocolate Mousse and Almond Flour brownies. These recipes are also very quick and easy to make and result in equally sweet treats.

Watch How to Make Chocolate Ladoo (Chocolate Almond Truffles)

Ingredients to make Healthier Chocolate Laddu

Sweetened Condensed Milk – This is the base of the ladoos and what adds the sweetness to the dessert. Almond Flour – This will help hold the balls together and also make these ladoos healthier. I typically get a large bag of almond flour from Costco. If you don’t have almond flour, you can grind whole almonds to a fine powder. Cocoa Powder – This adds the perfect touch of chocolate, and it will make it popular with kids! Chopped Nuts – I used almonds, but other nuts can be used too, like walnuts. Desiccated/Shredded Coconut – For a final touch, roll the balls and decorate them.

How to make Chocolate Ladoo?

This recipe is so simple you’ll make them anytime! Start with adding the butter and condensed milk into a pan. Cook on medium-low heat while stirring continuously to make sure nothing sticks. Once the mixture thickens and starts to leave the sides of the pan, add the cocoa powder and almond flour. Keep mixing to remove any lumps, and get a smooth paste. Grease a large plate or baking sheet with melted butter. Pour the mixture onto this surface, and use a spatula to smooth the top. Now let it cool until it is just a little warm and safe to touch. Apply some ghee or butter to your palms and take small portions of the mixture (use a spoon to measure if it helps, or use a knife to make squares on the spread mixture). Roll them in between your palms into cherry-sized balls. Keep the chopped nuts and desiccated coconut on a cutting board. Roll the balls on the nuts or coconut, or leave them plain; this is where you can be creative! Enjoy your Chocolate-Coconut Ladoos!

How to Store?

This sweet treat can stay in an air-tight container for up to a week – that is if they aren’t all devoured on the same day you make them! I keep them outside for 3-4 days, then refrigerate.