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Coconut Ladoo (With Condensed Milk)

Feb 18, 2023. by Bhavana Patil. No Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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This Instant Coconut ladoo/laddu is a quick and easy Indian sweet recipe made using three ingredients desiccated coconut, sweetened condensed milk (milkmaid), and cardamon in just 10 minutes. Perfect for Indian festivals occasions, or parties.

instant coconut laddos place over one another on a plate with light candle on the side

Traditional coconut ladoos are made by cooking fresh shredded coconut with milk, sugar, and cardamom until the milk reduces and thickens to form a fudgy mass. This Instant Coconut Ladoo is an easier version made with only two key ingredients desiccated or shredded coconut and sweetened condensed milk. Condensed milk is popularly known as milkmaid In India.

You can make this Condensed Milk Coconut Ladoo for festivals such as Diwali, Holi, Ganesh Chaturthi, or Raksha Bandhan. I have shared all the tips and variations for making soft and melt-in-mouth delicious milkmaid coconut ladoo below.

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  • What is desiccated coconut?
  • Ingredients for Coconut Ladoo
  • How to Make Coconut Ladoo with Condensed Milk
  • Tips & Variations
  • FAQs
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  • Instant Coconut ladoo Recipe

What is desiccated coconut?

The word "desiccated" means 'to dry out and remove all moisture.'

Desiccated coconut, therefore, is prepared by shredding and dehydrating the coconut meat. Due to lack of moisture, it has a longer shelf life. Therefore, it is primarily used in making cakes, cookies, desserts, puddings, and coconut-based dishes.

coconut ladoos on a plate with candle on the side

Ingredients for Coconut Ladoo

Just three ingredients are needed to make this instant coconut ladoo recipe.

  • Desiccated coconut - I used store-bought desiccated coconut (fine variety). It's easily available in Indian grocery stores. You can also use fresh or frozen shredded coconut.
  • Condensed milk - It is used for sweetness. You may also use Amul Mithai mate. You may also substitute condensed milk with full-fat coconut milk and sugar for a vegan version.
  • Cardamom powder - It adds a nice aroma and flavor to the ladoos. You can also add saffron strands for flavor. Or use vanilla extract for flavoring the Indian coconut balls.

How to Make Coconut Ladoo with Condensed Milk

In a heavy bottom pan, add the desiccated coconut and condensed milk. Mix well.

Keep stirring and cook on low flame for 4-5 minutes or until the mixture starts coming together, leaving the sides of the pan. Do not overcook ladoos otherwise, they will turn hard.

step to cook condensed milk and desiccated coconut collage

Add the powdered cardamom. Combine well and turn off the flame.

step to add cardamom powder and mix collage

Transfer the ladoo mixture to a bowl or a plate and let it cool.

Grease your palm with some ghee. Then take some mixture in your hand and make round balls. You will get around 12 medium ladoos.

Take the remaining desiccated coconut on a plate and roll the prepared laddus in the coconut.

step to make coconut laddu in to a ball and roll over desiccated coconut collage

Instant Coconut Ladoo recipe with Condensed Milk is ready to serve. You can garnish the ladoos with pistachios or slivered almonds.

holding a coconut ladoo in a finger with the other laddu on the plate

Tips & Variations

  • If you have coarse desiccated coconut then blend it in a mixer for a few seconds.
  • You may also roast desiccated coconut for 2-3 minutes in a teaspoon of ghee before mixing condensed milk to get maximum flavor.
  • If the coconut ladoo mixture looks dry and unable to form a ladoo then add little milk and mix it. Adding milk gives a nice soft texture and is also easy to hold.
  • If you are using fresh coconut then roast in little ghee for 4-5 minutes till the moisture goes away or until it turns aromatic.
  • Cook the coconut and condensed milk mixture on a low flame with constant stirring else it may burn.
  • You can also add chopped roasted nuts like almonds and cashews.

FAQs

How long can I store these coconut laddus?

They stay fresh for about 4-5 days when stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

Can I use fresh coconut instead of desiccated coconut?

Yes, you can. Ensure to saute the fresh shredded coconut for 4-5 minutes until the excess moisture dries off.

Can I make coconut laddus Vegan?

Yes, you can make this recipe vegan by substituting the condensed milk with full-fat coconut milk and sugar. Cook the mixture till it forms a thick mass and is gooey. Once it cools down, make ladoos.

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instant coconut laddos place over one another on a plate with light candle on the side

Instant Coconut ladoo Recipe

Bhavana Patil
This Instant Coconut ladoo is a quick and easy Indian sweet made using 3 ingredients desiccated coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and cardamon in just 10 minutes
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Servings: 12 ladoos
Calories : 168
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
Method: Stovetop
Cook Time : 10 minutes
Total Time : 10 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups desiccated coconut
  • ¾ cup condensed milk (milk maid) (about 220 gms)
  • ¼ teaspoon cardamom powder
  • 2 tablespoons milk (optional)

Garnish:

  • ¼ cup desiccated coconut to rollover

Instructions
 

  • In a heavy bottom pan, add the desiccated coconut and condensed milk. Mix well.
    Keep stirring and cook on low flame for 4-5 minutes or until the mixture starts coming together leaving sides of the pan. Do not overcook ladoos they will turn hard.
    step to cook condensed milk and desiccated coconut collage
  • Add the powdered cardamom. Combine well and turn off the flame.
    step to add cardamom powder and mix collage
  • Transfer the ladoo mixture in a bowl or a plate and let it cool.
  • Grease your palm with some ghee. Then take some mixture in your hand and make round balls. You will get around 12 medium ladoos.
  • Take remaining desiccated coconut in a plate and roll the prepared laddus in the coconut.
    step to make coconut laddu in to a ball and roll over desiccated coconut collage
  • Instant Coconut ladoos are ready. You can garnish the ladoos with pistachios or slivered almonds.
    instant coconut laddos place over one another on a plate with light candle on the side

Notes

Tips & Variations

  • If you have coarse desiccated coconut then blend it in a mixer for few seconds.
  • You may also roast desiccated coconut for 2-3 minutes in a teaspoon of ghee before mixing condensed milk to get maximum flavor.
  • If coconut ladoo mixture looks dry and unable to form a ladoo then add little milk and mix it. Adding milk gives a nice soft texture and also easy to hold.
  • If you are using fresh coconut then roast in little ghee for 4-5 minutes till the moisture goes away or until it turns aromatic.
  • Cook the coconut and condensed milk mixture on a low flame with constant stirring else it may burn.
  • You can also add chopped roasted nuts like almonds and cashews.
 
Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Calories: 168kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 31mgPotassium: 162mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 55IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 62mgIron: 1mg
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