Til Laddu Recipe 

13th January 2026

lifeofindian

Winter Special | Makar Sankranti Treat Healthy • Tasty • Traditional 

Keeps body warm in winter Rich in calcium & iron Symbol of love & togetherness Perfect for Sankranti & Lohri 

Why Til Laddu?

– 1 cup white sesame seeds (Til) – ¾ cup jaggery (Gud) – 1 tbsp ghee – 2 tbsp roasted peanuts (optional) – Cardamom powder (optional)

Ingredients 

Dry roast sesame seeds on low flame Till they turn light golden & aromatic Let them cool completely 

Roast Til 

Heat ghee in a pan Add jaggery & melt on low flame Stir till smooth (no boiling) 

Melt Jaggery 

Add roasted til to jaggery Mix peanuts & cardamom powder Stir quickly before mixture cools 

Mix Well 

Grease hands with ghee Shape small round laddus Press gently while warm 

Shape Laddus 

Soft, aromatic Til Laddu ready Store in airtight container Stays fresh for 10–12 days

Final Look 

Always keep flame low If jaggery hardens, add 1 tsp warm water Use black til for deeper flavour 

Til-Gud Khaya, Meetha-Meetha Bola! Celebrate Makar Sankranti with homemade love