If you’re someone who loves the idea of a guilt-free treat, then these deliciously healthy Sugar-Free Til Laddu or Til Energy Balls with Dates are the perfect solution! Packed with wholesome ingredients, these bites size sweet offer a delightful combination of flavors and textures while keeping added sugars at bay.
- About the Recipe – Sugar-Free Til Laddu | Easy No Bake Energy Balls with Dates
- How to Prepare Instant Til Laddu Sweet at Home
- Other Winter Special Healthy Sweets/Desserts You Would Like to Try
- Why You Should Try This Crunchy Til Dry Fruit Energy Balls With Dates
- My Latest Video
- Ingredients Used for Making of These Healthy Til laddu or Energy Balls With Dates
- Let's Explore the Health Benefits of Eating Til Laddu During Winters
- Step by Step Instructions to Make These Simple Til Laddu or Til Dry Fruit Energy Balls with Dates at Home:
- Serving Suggestions
- Tips and Tricks
- Recipe Card
- Sugar-Free Til Laddu | Easy No Bake Energy Balls with Dates
About the Recipe – Sugar-Free Til Laddu | Easy No Bake Energy Balls with Dates
In the quest for a healthier lifestyle, many of us are on the lookout for snacks and sweets that not only satisfy our sweet cravings but also provide a nutritious boost. So, try out super delicious til laddu at home. It is an easy dessert recipe without oven made with white sesame seeds and dry fruits. Here, Dates are used to sweeten them.
Sesame seeds are warm in nature and we mainly consume them in winters to get warmth and nutrition. During the festival of Lohri and Maker Sankranti safed til(White Sesame Seeds) are specially used for making ladoos, gajak, til patti, til chikki, burfi etc.
This is an easy gluten-free, vegan, sugar-free dessert perfect for any party or get to gathers. You can also pack them in the tiffin as a snack for kids. Til dry fruit laddus are made without using any milk or milk product, so a good for the people who are Vegan.
How to Prepare Instant Til Laddu Sweet at Home
In this post, you will learn how to make til laddu without refined sugar or jaggery (til laddu kaise banate hain) . Til seeds or White sesame seeds is the star ingredient of this delicious Instant Indian sweet recipe that we make during Makar Sankranti festival. To make these yummy til laddu(til energy balls) you can use any dry fruits or seeds along with til seeds. We are not using any white sugar or jaggery in this recipe.
These dates energy balls are a no baked dessert as we don’t require any baking. Only light roasting of seeds and grinding is done to assemble this healthy dessert. I used simple Indian dates to sweetened the energy balls but you can also try with honey, maple syrup, coconut sugar or even with jaggery but the the taste and texture will be slightly different.
Other Winter Special Healthy Sweets/Desserts You Would Like to Try
Why You Should Try This Crunchy Til Dry Fruit Energy Balls With Dates
- Easy to make
- Sugar free
- Jaggery free
- Kids friendly
- Diabetic friendly
- Vegan
- Gluten free
- Rich in iron and calcium
- Easy to customize
- Easily available ingredients
This date energy balls are packed with essential nutrients from sesame seeds, nuts, and dried fruits. No added sugars make these bites suitable for those looking to cut down on refined sugars.
So, it is a perfect snack for kids as well as adults to provide a quick energy boost, thanks to the combination of healthy fats, proteins, and natural sugars.
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Ingredients Used for Making of These Healthy Til laddu or Energy Balls With Dates
- White sesame seeds (til)
- Dates
- Almonds
- Cashews
- Hazelnuts
- Pumpkin seeds
- Dry coconut powder
- Watermelon seeds
- Chopped walnuts
- Virgin Coconut oil
Let’s Explore the Health Benefits of Eating Til Laddu During Winters
White Sesame Seeds (Til):
- Rich in essential minerals like calcium, iron, and magnesium.
- Contains sesamin and sesamol, antioxidants that may have anti-inflammatory properties.
- Good source of healthy fats, including omega-6 fatty acids.
Dates:
- Natural sweetener with a low glycemic index, providing a slower release of energy.
- High in fiber, promoting digestive health and helping to prevent constipation.
- Packed with vitamins and minerals, such as potassium and magnesium.
Almonds:
- Excellent source of vitamin E, an antioxidant that protects cells from damage.
- High in monounsaturated fats, which are heart-healthy.
- Provide a good dose of protein, promoting muscle health.
Cashews:
- Rich in copper, supporting the production of red blood cells.
- Good source of iron, essential for preventing anemia.
- Contains healthy fats, including oleic acid.
Hazelnuts:
- High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health and aiding in weight management.
- Rich in vitamin E, providing antioxidant benefits.
- Contains folate, contributing to cell division and DNA synthesis.
Pumpkin Seeds:
- Excellent source of magnesium, supporting bone health.
- High in zinc, crucial for immune function.
- Contains plant compounds like phytosterols, which may have heart health benefits.
Dry Coconut Powder:
- Provides medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), a type of healthy fat.
- Rich in fiber, supporting digestion and promoting a feeling of fullness.
- Contains essential minerals such as manganese and copper.
Watermelon Seeds:
- Good source of protein, contributing to muscle health.
- Contains magnesium, supporting heart health.
- Rich in iron, aiding in the formation of red blood cells.
Walnuts:
- High in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.
- Rich in antioxidants, including vitamin E.
- Contains melatonin, which may contribute to better sleep.
By combining these ingredients, the Sugar-Free Til Dry Fruit Energy Bites offer a well-rounded mix of vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, and antioxidants, making them a wholesome and nutritious snack option. These benefits extend beyond just satisfying your taste buds, contributing to overall well-being.
These Sugar-Free Til Dry Fruit Energy Bites are not only a delicious treat but also a nutritious snack option. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without compromising your health goals, these bites are a wonderful addition to your snack repertoire. So, why not whip up a batch and indulge in a guilt-free snack that keeps you energized throughout the day!
Step by Step Instructions to Make These Simple Til Laddu or Til Dry Fruit Energy Balls with Dates at Home:
1. Put a pan on low flame. Add 2 tsp coconut oil and melt. Now add chopped almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, pumpkin seeds powder, watermelon seeds, walnuts. Mix and roast them for 3-4 minutes until they become crispy and start giving a nice aroma. Check video for details.
2. Now add coconut powder and roast for another 1-2 minutes.
3. Then Transfer them to a big vessel.
4. Put the pan back on low flame. Add til and dry roast them until they become light golden.
5. Transfer them to the same vessel.
6. Remove the pits from the dates and chop them into smaller pieces. If the dates are too dry, you can soak them in warm water for a few minutes to soften them.
7. After that transfer to them in a grinder jar and make a chunky paste .
8. Now heat 1 tsp coconut oil in the same pan and add dates paste to it. Roast it on low flame till it becomes soft and smooth. This step takes only 2-3 minutes.
9. Now add this paste to the til and dry fruits mixture. As it it warm first mix with spatula and then use yours hands to mix them well.
10. Take a measuring spoon of your choice ( according to the size you want to make) and grease it with coconut oil. I am here using 1 tbsp measurement spoon.
11. Fill it with the mixture and press tightly to give it the shape. Now remove it to plate.
12. Make all the rounds using the same method. They are ready to be enjoyed!
13. Store them in an air tight container and enjoy them as sweet or as a snack.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these little bites size healthy dessert as a after meal sweet or as a snack. It is also perfect for gifting purpose during festival time.
Tips and Tricks
- Roast til on low flame and just until they become golden. Long roasting can ruin their and texture.
- You can add any dry fruits or nuts of your choice.
- Instead of dates you can also use raisins or jaggery or the combination of both to sweeten them.
- There is no need of refrigeration we can easily stored them at room temperature for about 15-20 days.
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Sugar-Free Til Laddu | Easy No Bake Energy Balls with Dates
Ingredients
- 1 cup white til
- 125 gm dates
- ¼ cup chopped almonds
- ¼ cup cashews chopped
- ¼ cup hazelnuts
- ¼ cup pumpkin seeds powder
- ½ cup dry coconut powder
- 2 tbsp watermelon seeds
- 2 tbsp walnuts chopped
- 2 tbsp water optional, for consistency
Instructions
- Put a pan on low flame. Add 2 tsp coconut oil and melt. Now add chopped almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, pumpkin seeds powder, watermelon seeds, walnuts. Mix and roast them for 3-4 minutes until they become crispy and start giving a nice aroma.
- Now add coconut powder and roast for another 1-2 minutes.
- Then Transfer them to a big vessel.
- Put the pan back on low flame. Add til and dry roast them until they become light golden.
- Transfer them to the same vessel.
- Remove the pits from the dates and chop them into smaller pieces. If the dates are too dry, you can soak them in warm water for a few minutes to soften them.
- After that transfer to them in a grinder jar and make a chunky patse .
- Now heat 1 tsp coconut oil in the same pan and add dates paste to it. Roast it on low flame till it becomes soft and smooth. This step takes only 2-3 minutes.
- Now add this paste to the til and dry fruits mixture. As it it warm first mix with spatula and then use yours hands to mix them well.
- Take a measuring spoon of your choice ( according to the size you want to make) and grease it with coconut oil. I am here using 1 tbsp measurement spoon.
- Fill it with the mixture and press tightly to give it the shape. Now remove it to plate.
- Make all the rounds using the same method. They are ready to be enjoyed!
- Store them in an air tight container and enjoy them as sweet or as a snack.
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